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John Kline's Legislation Honoring Veterans of Foreign Wars Passes House of Representatives

Minnesota Congressman John Kline's bipartisan legislation supporting the goals and ideals of Veterans of Foreign Wars Day passed today in the U.S. House of Representatives by an overwhelming margin.

John Kline: Government Taking Over Student Lending... Health Care is Next

Minnesota Congressman John Kline offered remarks today on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives addressing his concerns with Speaker Nancy Pelosi's health care proposal that would lead to a government takeover of health care.

John Kline Continues Fight to Fully Fund Special Education

For the fourth time in four months, Minnesota Congressman John Kline introduced an amendment today that would increase funding for special education through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), freeing up desperately needed resources for schools nationwide.

John Kline Co-Sponsors ‘Reducing Barack Obama's Unsustainable Deficit Act'

Congressman John Kline today co-sponsored the "Reducing Barack Obama's Unsustainable Deficit Act," (REBOUND) legislation that repeals stimulus spending and reclaims bailout funds on behalf of taxpayers.

Health Care Reform Too Important to Recklessly Rush Through Congress

Congressman John Kline called on congressional majority leadership to pull back from their arbitrary deadlines for voting on an overhaul of our nation's health care system and give members of Congress adequate time to fully assess the consequences of newly introduced legislation on jobs, small businesses, and the quality of health care in America.

John Kline Encourages Minnesota Veterans to Participate in Veterans History Project

Congressman John Kline is encouraging veterans who live in Minnesota's Second Congressional district to help preserve our nation's rich history and heritage by participating in the Veterans History Project.

On The Front Lines of the Serious Education and Labor Battles That Affect Minnesotans

As lead Republican on the Education and Labor Committee, Congressman John Kline penned an op-ed laying out his vision for the committee.

National Energy Tax Would Strain Budgets of Minnesotans

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today as Congress debates a job-killing cap-and-trade bill (H.R. 2454), legislation he strongly opposes, which, according to the Heritage Foundation, will cost Minnesota families in the 2nd Congressional District more than $460 million.

Congress Missed Opportunity to Further Increase Veterans Benefits

Congressman John Kline, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement today offering his support for H.R. 2647, the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2010.

Republican Colleagues Makes It Official: Kline Is Senior Republican on Education and Labor Committee

Minnesota Congressman John Kline (R-MN) was elected today to serve as the top Republican on the U.S. House Education and Labor Committee.

Kline Votes to Improve Higher Education Act, Expands Access for Military Dependents, Saves Tax Dollars

Minnesota Congressman John Kline today voted for legislation that improves access to higher education for Minnesota students while saving taxpayer funds.

John Kline Encourages Minnesota Students to Participate in Congressional Award Program

Minnesota Congressman John Kline is encouraging students to participate in the Congressional Award program.

Kline Supports Legislation to Fulfill Promise of Concurrent Receipt for Disabled Retirees

Minnesota Congressman John Kline strongly supported legislation this week that would provide funding to fulfill the promise of concurrent receipt for disabled retirees.

John Kline Named Ranking Republican on 50-Member Education & Labor Committee

Minnesota Congressman John Kline was chosen today by the House Republican Steering Committee to serve as the ranking Republican on the 50-member Education and Labor Committee.

National Defense Bill Ensures Our Sons and Daughters in Uniform Will Have The Tesources They Need

Congressman John Kline, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement today after the committee's unanimous approval of H.R. 2647, the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2010.

An Emergency War Funding Bill Should Be About One Thing: Ensuring Our Sons and Daughters in Uniform Have The Resources They Need to Complete Their Mission

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after opposing the emergency war supplemental conference report, which includes $100 billion for a foreign aid bailout for the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

John Kline's ‘Mobile Office' Coming to Communities in Minnesota's 2nd District

Minnesota Congressman John Kline's "Mobile Office" will be in communities throughout the 2nd District June 23-26 to provide constituents with greater access to the services available through their federal representative.

John Kline Supports ‘All of the Above' Solution for Energy Independence

Minnesota Congressman John Kline this week introduced the "American Energy Act," major energy reform legislation that provides an "all of the above" solution for offering more affordable energy, producing more well-paying jobs, increasing our energy independence, and creating a cleaner environment.

John Kline Introduces Legislation To Protect Auto Dealers Forced To Close

Minnesota Congressman John Kline today introduced the "Auto Dealers Pension Fairness Act," legislation that would protect auto dealers who are being shut down as part of the reorganization of Chrysler and GM.

John Kline Rejects Government-Controlled Single Payer Health System

Minnesota Congressman John Kline strongly rejected calls for a government-controlled single payer health care system, one of the most radical proposals on the table as majority leadership crafts its health overhaul.

Allowing Washington To Reach Into The Private Sector Is A Bad Business Model

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today in response to the President's announcement that General Motors will file for bankruptcy under orders from the administration:

John Kline Introduces Legislation Honoring Veterans of Foreign Wars

Minnesota Congressman John Kline, a lifetime member of VFW Post 210 in Lakeville, introduced bipartisan legislation supporting the goals and ideals of Veterans of Foreign Wars Day in the U.S. House of Representatives.

John Kline, Colleagues, to Lead Memorial Day Ceremony at Normandy American Cemetery

Minnesota Congressman John Kline and Senators Richard Burr (NC), Saxby Chambliss (GA) and Lindsey Graham (SC), will lead the official Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Normandy American Cemetery in France.

Questions About Closing Guantanamo Still Unanswered

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement on the President's remarks today regarding national security and his proposal to close the Guantanamo Bay detention facility:

John Kline Invites Minnesotans to Join Agriculture Advisory Board

Congressman John Kline is inviting members of Minnesota's agriculture community who are residents of the 2nd Congressional district to consider applying to his Agriculture Advisory Board.

John Kline Supports Emergency Troops Funding Bipartisan Legislation

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement on emergency troop funding legislation, which passed today in the U.S. House of Representatives:

John Kline Honors Winners of Student Art Contest

Congressman John Kline honored six Minnesota high school students for their winning entries in the 28th annual Congressional "Artistic Discovery" competition.

John Kline Introduces Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education

For the second time in six days, Minnesota Congressman John Kline introduced an amendment today that would fully fund special education through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), freeing up desperately needed resources for schools nationwide.

John Kline Introduces Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education

Minnesota Congressman John Kline introduced an amendment today that would fully fund special education through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), freeing up desperately needed funding for schools nationwide.

Congress Should Not Be in the Business of Choosing Which Life Is More Valuable Than Another

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today in opposition of hate crimes legislation (H.R. 1913) that serves as an unconstitutional threat to religious freedom:

Budget Spends Too Much, Taxes Too Much, Borrows Too Much

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today on the FY 2010 federal budget, which includes a nearly half-trillion dollar tax increase:

President Obama's First 100 Days Marked By Runaway Federal Spending

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today on President Obama's first 100 days:

John Kline Helps Minnesotans Navigate the Federal Grants System

Congressman John Kline hosted a Federal Grants Expo this week in Apple Valley to create awareness and increase participation in the federal grant process, as well as provide information on how to apply for federal grants.

Earth Day Goal: Expand Green Job Training Programs to All Workers

Congressman John Kline today introduced the Green Jobs Improvement Act, a bill that would expand current energy efficiency and renewable energy worker training programs to private and public sector workers – irrespective of union membership.

John Kline, Colleagues Propose Solutions to Help Americans Rebuild Their Savings

Minnesota Congressman John Kline was joined by Republican colleagues today as they unveiled the Savings Recovery Act, legislation that will help American families protect what they have and begin to rebuild what they have lost.

Department of Homeland Security Owes Apology to Our Veterans

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today on the Department of Homeland Security:

John Kline Hosting Federal Grants Expo April 20 in Apple Valley

Minnesota Congressman John Kline is encouraging local government officials, civic organizations, non-profits, small businesses, and individuals in Minnesota's 2nd District to participate in a Federal Grants Expo on April 20.

Budget Spends Too Much, Taxes Too Much, and Borrows Too Much

Congressman John Kline issued the following statement as members of the U.S. House of Representatives debated the Democrats FY 2010 budget.

John Kline Introduces Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education

Minnesota Congressman John Kline introduced an amendment today that would fully fund special education through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

John Kline Supports Fiscally Responsible Republican Budget

Minnesota Congressman John Kline announced support today for the "Republican Road to Recovery," a preview of the Republican budget to be released next week.

Kline, Paulsen Urge Transportation Secretary to Support Action on I-494/169 Interchange

Minnesota Congressmen John Kline and Erik Paulsen sent a letter Tuesday to U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood requesting his assistance in seeking a solution that would allow the long-sought Highway 169/Interstate 494 interchange project to move forward.

John Kline, Colleagues Propose Solutions to Help Americans Rebuild Their Savings

Minnesota Congressman John Kline issued the following statement after the House GOP introduced the blueprint for the Savings Recovery Act, a proposal from the Boehner-led GOP solutions group to help Americans rebuild their retirement, college, and personal savings:

Kline Appointed to Working Group to Help Rebuild Americans' Confidence in Their Savings

BURNSVILLE – Congressman John Kline was appointed by Republican Leader John Boehner to a select working group to develop solutions that will help Americans rebuild lost savings as quickly as possible.

John Kline Demands Government Keep Promises to Veterans

Congressman John Kline took legislative action to preempt a presidential proposal to force private insurance companies to reimburse the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for care provided to service-connected and disabled veterans.

John Kline Calling For Student Art

Congressman John Kline is inviting high school students who are residents of Minnesota's 2nd Congressional district to participate in the 28th annual Congressional "Artistic Discovery" competition. Jessica

Statement on "Cram-down" legislation

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after opposing H.R. 1106, mortgage "cram-down" legislation that passed today in the U.S. House of Representatives:

Statement on Omnibus

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after opposing a $410 bill omnibus spending bill, which despite the current economic recession, is an 8 percent increase from FY 2008:

John Kline Introduces Legislation to Preserve Secret Ballots in the Workplace

Congressman John Kline was joined by Senate and House colleagues today to introduce the "Secret Ballot Protection Act," legislation that ensures workers retain the right to a secret ballot election when choosing whether to form a union.

Statement on President's address to a joint session of Congress

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after the President's address to a joint session of Congress:

John Kline: Actions Must Speak Louder Than Words

Congressman John Kline issued a statement after the President's address to a joint session of Congress.

John Kline Honors Minnesotans With Congressional Awards

Congressman John Kline honored several residents of Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District with Congressional Certificates of Special Recognition at the "Star of the North" ceremony Thursday at the Lakeville Area Arts Center.

John Kline Cosponsors Legislation to Suspend Tax on Unemployment Benefits

Congressman John Kline is cosponsoring legislation that will provide relief to unemployed Americans by suspending the federal income tax on their unemployment benefits.

Statement on "so-called" economic stimulus

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after opposing the Conference Report on H.R. 1, a so-called "stimulus bill" that the Associated Press reports "won't jump-start economy," and the Washington Post reports, "has some pork":

John Kline Appointed to House Intelligence Committee

Minnesota Congressman John Kline was chosen by leaders in Congress to serve on the House Intelligence Committee, officially known as the U.S. House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

John Kline Nominates Minnesota Youth to U.S. Service Academies

Minnesota Congressman John Kline honored several residents of Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District Monday at a ceremony in his Burnsville office to recognize his nominees to the U.S. Service Academies.

John Kline Cosponsors Legislation to Freeze Congressional Salaries

Congressman John Kline is cosponsoring bipartisan legislation (H.R. 156) that would freeze Congressional salaries by halting the scheduled cost-of-living pay increase for 2010.

Statement on so-called "stimulus"

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after opposing H.R. 1, a borrow-and-spend bill that is slow moving and full of wasteful government spending:

John Kline Appointed to 3 Committees

Congressman John Kline today announced his appointment to three committees in the 111th Congress. In his fourth term in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Kline will serve on the Committees on Standards of Official Conduct (Ethics Committee), Armed Services, and Education and Labor Committee.

John Kline Opposes Release of Additional Taxpayer Funds for Bailout

Expressing his disappointment in how the program has been mismanaged and questioning the need for additional funds, Congressman John Kline today supported a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to block the release of additional taxpayer funds for the $700 billion Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP).

Statement on Presidential Inauguration

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after attending the inauguration of President Barack Obama:

John Kline Sponsors Legislation To Stimulate Economy, Create Growth

In the first weeks of the 111th Congress, Congressman John Kline sponsored tax reform legislation that would help create long-term economic growth.

Congressman Kline Co-Sponsors "More Children, More Choices" Act

Congressman John Kline today announced he is sponsoring legislation to provide health care coverage to low-income children while preserving and expanding the purchase of personal health care. The, "More Children, More Choices" Act, was introduced today by Congressman Tom Price.

Statement in support of Israel

WASHINGTON – The following statement is excerpted from a January 11, 2009, address by Congressman John Kline to the Jewish Community Relations Council:

Statement on Paycheck Fairness Act

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline issued the following statement today after opposing legislation (H.R. 12) that passed in Congress today: