-- Randy’s Roundup --

A Weekly Newsletter from Congressman Randy Neugebauer

June 8, 2009

Stimulus Failing to Stimulate

The Obama Administration continues to be on a spending extravaganza. As proven today, the so-called stimulus is doing very little to encourage long-term job growth and create economic stability.  We need to put our economy back on track by reigning in wasteful government spending, not allowing the government to spend more money it does not have.

Like many of you in the 19th Congressional District, I believe the government should be accountable to the people. If you have to tighten your belts and face this tough economy, you should expect the same from Washington.

As a way to reduce government spending, House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) and Republican Whip Eric Cantor (R-VA), on behalf of House Republicans, sent a proposal to President Obama outlining $375 billion in taxpayer savings over the next five years. I support this initial plan to cut wasteful Washington spending, but I also believe there is more we can be doing.

To view the proposal sent to President Obama by House Republicans click here.

I believe was must find a better way to encourage economic recovery. By committing to fiscal restraint and holding Washington responsible, we can empower the American people to put our country back on track.

Digital Conversion

On Friday, June 12 - just four days from now - America's broadcasters will finalize their conversion to digital broadcasting.  Because the transition phase was extended, many should already be prepared.  To learn more about the digital transition you can visit http://www.dtv.gov/. If you have any questions about preparing for this transfer, please do not hesitate to contact my offices in Lubbock, Abilene or Big Spring using my toll free number of (888) 763-1611 for assistance.

Mobile Office Hours

In addition to the mobile office stops I announced last week, twelve more are slated for the week of June 8th.  My staff will conduct mobile office hours this week (June 9-11) in Cross Plains, Rising Star, Baird, Dimmit, Clyde, Hereford, Fisher County, Graham, Olney, Eastland, Cisco and Archer City.  If you live in or near one of these towns and would like to meet with someone on my staff, I encourage you to stop by a mobile office. For more information on the times and locations of these events, contact my office’s toll free number - (888) 763-1611.

As always, when events unfold in Washington, I will be sure to update you. In the meantime, do not hesitate to visit my website or call my office toll free district wide at (888) 763-1611 or my Washington, DC office at 202-225-4005.