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Please explore the press releases below to see announcements of important events in the district, my reaction to important events in our country and around the world, legislative updates, and other exciting news coming out of Washington D.C. and Kansas. Please note that the press releases can be sorted by topic, in the drop down menus on the right hand side of the screen and by year by clicking on the following links.
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Congresswoman Jenkins on the 113th Congress–It's Time To Do the Right Thing
1/3/2013Today marks the beginning of the 113th Congress. Congresswoman Jenkins released the following statement about the work that lies ahead.< Read more > -
DHS signs land transfer for NBAF site
1/2/2013Kansas Governor Sam Brownback and the Kansas Congressional Delegation announced today the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has signed a land transfer agreement with the State of Kansas for the site where the National Bio- and Agro-defense Facili< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins on Latest Fiscal Cliff News
12/31/2012With only a few hours left as the nation approaches the fiscal cliff deadline, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement on the current negotiations.< Read more > -
Rep. Jenkins Visits with Lawrence High School Class
12/14/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited a Lawrence High School government class today to discuss the current issues of the day and encourage youth involvement in politics.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Discusses Fiscal Cliff During House Republican Leadership Presser
12/12/2012At the House Republican Leadership's weekly press conference today, Conference Vice Chair Lynn Jenkins said the president's failure to put forth a balanced plan with real spending reforms is delaying Congress's ability to prevent the fiscal cl< Read more > -
Reps. Jenkins & Huelskamp, & Sens. Roberts & Moran: Ft. Riley to Receive $35.2 Million Grant For New Middle School
12/11/2012U.S. Senators Pat Roberts and Jerry Moran, and U.S. Representatives Tim Huelskamp and Lynn Jenkins today announced Ft. Riley was awarded a $35.2 million federal grant to build a new middle school.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins on Republicans' Latest Offer to Prevent Fiscal Cliff
12/3/2012Today, House Republican leaders sent a letter to the White House with a new offer to avert the fiscal cliff.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Condemns Violent Attacks Against Israel
11/16/2012The situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip is escalating. Latest reports cite more than 400 rockets have been fired at Southern Israel from Gaza since November 10.< Read more > -
Jenkins to Hold Tele-Townhall to Discuss Medicare Open Enrollment on Monday
11/15/2012Next Monday, November 19, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins will host a Tele-Townhall where second district seniors will be able the discuss Medicare open enrollment questions and other Medicare concerns.< Read more > -
Jenkins Elected as House Republican Conference Vice Chair
11/14/2012Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) was elected as Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference by her Republican colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins Announces U.S. Service Academy Nominees
11/13/2012Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins announced the names of the Kansas 2nd Congressional District students who will receive her nomination for appointment to the U.S. Service Academies.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins on the Need for Bipartisanship to Tackle the Fiscal Cliff
11/7/2012As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, I am ready to lead on this issue. We did it in the 1980s with a Republican president and a Democrat-controlled House. There is no reason why we cannot achieve comprehensive, pro-growth tax reform in 2013 with t< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins on the U.S.-Panama Trade Agreement Creating Jobs
10/31/2012I am proud to be a member of the Ways and Means Committee, which passed trade agreements with Colombia, South Korea and Panama in the past year after other members of Congress had worked on them for six years.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins on Protecting Americans' Health Care Choices
10/9/2012Because Obamacare did not fix the problem of rising health care costs, Americans need these accounts more than ever. We should protect their ability to continue to purchase health plans that include HSAs.< Read more > -
Rep. Jenkins on Kansas Supreme Court's Medical Malpractice Ruling
10/8/2012On Friday, a Kansas Supreme Court ruling upheld the limit on economic damages that can be awarded to medical malpractice victims, a $250,000 cap for pain and suffering, as constitutional.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins on Washington Playing Politics at the Expense of Jobs
10/5/2012The unemployment rate topped 8 percent from February 2009 to August 2012, which was the longest period of time since 1948.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins on President Obama's $4,000 Middle-Class Tax Hike
10/4/2012WASHINGTON–President Obama claims he wants to protect middle-class families. However, new research shows the president's spending policies will eventually be paid for on the backs of middle-class Americans.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Speaks at Treece Community Transformation Event
9/27/2012Today Congresswoman Jenkins visited the former town of Treece, Kansas, to recognize the federal, state, and local efforts that played a role in the Treece Buyout and Relocation Project.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Honored as Guardian of Small Business by NFIB
9/14/2012The National Federation of Independent Business, the nation's leading small business association, named Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins as a Guardian of Small Business for her outstanding voting record on behalf of America's small-business owners durin< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Statement on Vote to Avoid Government Shutdown
9/13/2012Today's vote to continue to fund the government temporarily is a perfect example of why this country is $16 trillion in debt. It's a symptom of the debilitating disease of a broken budget process. The House has passed a budget, but the Senate has< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Statement on Federal Reserve's Latest Effort to Stimulate Economy
9/13/2012Instead of allowing the Fed to kill the dollar, we should audit the Fed and its management of the $16 trillion it lent out during the financial crisis. This is why I am a proud cosponsor of H.R. 459, the Federal Reserve Transparency Act of 2012, which was< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Condemns U.S. Embassy Attack in Libya
9/12/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement condemning the attack on the U.S. consulate in Libya that resulted in the deaths of four Americans, including the U.S. Ambassador to Libya J. Christopher Stevens.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Statement on Remembering 9-11
9/11/2012Congresswoman Jenkins released the following statement regarding the anniversary of the terrorist attacks that shook our nation 11 years ago.< Read more > -
Rep. Jenkins Says August Jobs Report Signals Time for a Change
9/7/2012Today, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics announced the unemployment rate dropped from 8.3% to 8.1%, adding only 96,000 jobs in August. This marks the 43rd consecutive month with higher than 8% unemployment.< Read more > -
Jenkins Visits Columbus and Parsons During Congress to Kansas Tour
8/29/2012Wednesday, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited Columbus, Kan., and Parsons, Kan., to host listening sessions as part of her Congress to Kansas tour. The discussion topics covered the economy, government regulation, the budget, Medicare, and rural healthcar< Read more > -
Jenkins Visits Leavenworth During Congress to Kansas Tour
8/28/2012"It was great to hear from folks in Leavenworth today, and their concerns about the farm bill, Medicare, and the role our government plays in our lives.< Read more > -
Jenkins Visits Osawatomie During Congress to Kansas Tour
8/14/2012Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited Osawatomie, Kan., to host a listening session as part of her Congress to Kansas tour.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Supports Drought Assistance Program
8/2/2012This afternoon, the House of Representatives will vote on a drought assistance package to provide certainty to those producers who are ineligible for crop insurance.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Statement on Stopping the Tax Hike
8/1/2012Small businesses have been responsible for about two-thirds of new U.S. jobs created. Raising taxes on what some may call "the rich" may make a great headline, but it will hit nearly one million small businesses known as pass throughs, like partnerships,< Read more > -
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins: Kansas Needs a Farm Bill
7/30/2012On Saturday, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited three farms in Franklin, Shawnee, and Osage counties to examine drought damage and losses and discuss conditions with local agriculture producers, including such organizations as the Kansas Farm Bureau, Kans< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Votes to Audit the Fed and Bring More Transparency to Washington
7/25/2012This bipartisan effort, cosponsored by Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, will increase oversight over the Federal Reserve's management of trillions of taxpayer dollars.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Supports Young Kansans' Rights to Work on Family Farms
7/24/2012This week the House of Representatives will vote on the Preserving America's Family Farms Act. This bipartisan bill, of which Congresswoman Jenkins is a co-sponsor, will protect the rights of young Kansans to voluntarily work on a family farm.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins' Statement on Her Vote to Repeal the Health Care Law
7/11/2012Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) released the following statement after voting to repeal the 2010 health care reform law. The U.S. House of Representatives approved the bill to repeal by a 244-185 vote.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins' Statement on June Jobs Report
7/6/2012"Today's disappointing jobs report marks the third straight month of bad news for the economy. There are still 12.7 million unemployed Americans struggling to find work and millions more that have completely given up looking."< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins' Statement on Supreme Court Healthcare Ruling
6/28/2012Today the United States Supreme Court released its landmark ruling on President Obama's Affordable Care Act (PPACA). Contrary to President Obama's argument when he was seeking to pass the bill, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that the individual ma< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins' Statement on President Obama's Decision to Evoke Executive Privilege
6/20/2012"The President and I have not agreed on much when it comes to policy since we were both sworn into office in January of 2009, but one area where I believed we had common ground was on the importance of the rule of law and transparency in government."< Read more > -
Rep. Jenkins Co-Authored Medical Device Tax Repeal Act Passes House with Strong Bi-Partisan Support
6/7/2012Today, H.R. 436, the Medical Device Tax Repeal Act, which Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins co-authored, passed the House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support 270 to 146 and cleared another hurdle to becoming law.< Read more > -
ITC Releases Results of Investigation into the Global Business Jet Industry
6/1/2012"As this report makes clear, the global economic slowdown, domestic political posturing regarding user fees and punitive taxes, the complexity of FAA certification, and the entry of new foreign competitors into the aviation market all pose serious challen< Read more > -
Rep. Jenkins Authored Restoring Access to Medication Act Passes Out Of Committee
5/31/2012"I introduced the Restoring Access to Medication Act, H.R. 5842, to repeal this unnecessary and punitive provision of Obamacare. I am pleased my legislation received bi-partisan support today as it passed out of committee, and look forward to it receivin< Read more > -
Jenkins Promotes 529 College Saving Legislation on 5/29
5/29/2012"The first priority of this Congress must be getting Americans back to work, and in the 21st Century job market, this will often require a college degree. H.R. 529 is a bi-partisan, commonsense step in making higher education a real choice for all Americ< Read more > -
ICYMI: Rep. Lynn Jenkins to Tout GOP Jobs Plan & American Energy in the Weekly Republican Address
5/24/2012Rep. Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) will deliver the Weekly Republican Address on Saturday, May 26, in conjunction with the House Energy Action Team's (HEAT) 2012 American Energy and Jobs Tour.< Read more > -
Full Appropriations Committee Advances NBAF Funding
5/16/2012"I've said all along that building the NBAF in Manhattan is a national security priority, and I am glad the full Appropriations Committee has agreed and advanced legislation that begins to fund the construction in earnest."< Read more > -
Kansas House delegation voices concerns with EPA regulation
5/11/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins was joined by all three of her fellow Kansas House delegation members in sending a letter to EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson requesting that Kansas be allowed additional time to comply with the Cross State Air Pollution Rule (CSA< Read more > -
NBAF Funding Included in Initial Draft of House Appropriations Bill
5/9/2012The subcommittee approved language includes $75 million for the construction of the Nation Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas, and directs the Department of Homeland Security to complete a funding plan for the completion of the NBAF< Read more > -
Jenkins Tours Missouri River Flood Zone with Army Corps of Engineers
5/1/2012Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins toured the Missouri River flood zone with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The tour, led by Colonel Anthony J. Hofmann, Commander of Kansas City District of the USACE, was conducted on the river via watercraft,< Read more > -
Jenkins Thanks U.S. House Majority Whip Kevin McCarthy for His Continued Support of the NBAF in Manhattan
4/28/2012Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) hosted United States House Majority Whip Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) on a tour of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) and the Biosecurity Research Institute (BRI) in Manhattan.< Read more > -
Jenkins to Tour Missouri River Flood Zone with Army Corps of Engineers
4/27/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins announced today that on Tuesday May 1st she will be touring the Missouri River flood zone with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).< Read more > -
Sen. Moran, Rep. Jenkins, Rep. Huelskamp, Rep. Pompeo, Rep. Yoder Statement on Confirmed Case of BSE
4/24/2012U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), along with U.S. Representatives Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.), Tim Huelskamp (R-Kan.), Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.), and Kevin Yoder (R-Kan.), today issued the following statement on the confirmed case of bovine spongiform encephalopa< Read more > -
No April Fool's Joke: U.S. Now Highest Corporate Tax Rate in Developed World
4/2/2012"We need to face the reality that America and our businesses, both large and small, are competing in a global marketplace. America must compete for investment and the corporate tax code, last overhauled in 1986, plays a major role in that contest."< Read more > -
Defense Communities Caucus Hosts Defense Secretary Panetta
3/29/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan) and Congressman Sam Farr (D-CA), Co-Chairs of the Defense Communities Caucus, today hosted Defense Secretary Leon Panetta at a meeting with caucus members on the potential of future military base realignments and closure< Read more > -
Jenkins' Commends Passage of FY 2013 Path to Prosperity
3/29/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H. Con Res 112, the Path to Prosperity, the Federal Budget for Fiscal Year 2013.< Read more > -
Jenkins' Statement on the Second Anniversary of the President's Health Care Law
3/23/2012"It has been two years since the President's health care law was rammed through Congress in the face of bipartisan opposition including unanimous opposition from House Republicans, and the disapproval of nearly 2/3rds of the American people."< Read more > -
House Removes Obamacare Barriers Between Doctor and Patient
3/22/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement today after voting in support of H.R. 5, the Protecting Access to Healthcare (PATH) Act.< Read more > -
Jenkins' Southeast Kansas Jobs Fair a Huge Success
3/16/2012"The Southeast Kansas Jobs Fair was a great success, and it would not have been possible without such wonderful support from the local community."< Read more > -
Jenkins Reacts to President Obama's State of the Union Address
1/24/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after President Obama delivered his State of the Union address to Congress on January 24, 2012:< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Sends President Obama Letter on NBAF
1/23/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after sending the attached letter to President Obama asking for his continued support of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Reacts to Rep. Giffords Retirement Announcement
1/22/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords announced she will soon retire from Congress:< Read more > -
President's Rejection of the Keystone Pipeline Puts Politics Before Jobs
1/18/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after the Obama Administration announced its decision to block the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline:< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Expresses Disapproval of Internet Censorship Bill
1/18/2012Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement regarding H.R. 3261, the Stop Online Piracy Act< Read more > -
Congresswoman Jenkins Responds to Boeing's Plan to Close Facilities in Kansas
1/4/2012"I have always believed that a person is only as good as their word, but the same holds true for businesses and corporations. Sadly, it looks like the Boeing Company's word isn't as good as it appeared."< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host Congress to Kansas Listening Sessions in Horton and Troy
10/13/2011Regularly meeting with and listening to the folks at home is one of the most important and most enjoyable responsibilities as your representative in Congress. So far my 2011 Congress to Kansas tour has been an enormous success.< Read more > -
Trade Agreements Pass the House of Representatives
10/12/2011"In a time when the Congress seems to be able to find little common ground, today, after nearly five years of roadblocks, the House has passed pending trade agreements with South Korea, Colombia, and Panama."< Read more > -
Jenkins Statement of Latest Jobs Report
10/7/2011"Today's jobs numbers are further proof that Washington needs to work together and find common ground so we can end the uncertainty in our job market."< Read more > -
House Republicans Continue Regulation Reduction Efforts with the TRAIN Act
9/23/2011"Overbearing and frivolous regulations are forcing our job creators to slam on the breaks, when we need them to be hitting the gas to grow us out of this stagnation and get America back to work. For proof you need look no further than the Sunflower Elect< Read more > -
Pitt State Student to Intern in Pittsburg Office
9/20/2011"Gavin has been a terrific addition to my Pittsburg staff," Jenkins said. "His great personality and strong work ethic have allowed him to hit the ground running. I am confident Gavin will serve the folks of Kansas well."< Read more > -
Jenkins Reacts to President Obama's Joint Address
9/8/2011"Tonight we heard the President's most recent plan to pivot towards job creation and get America back to work. There were several ideas proposed this evening, some I agreed with and others I did not."< Read more > -
Topeka Pastor Serves as Guest Chaplin in House of Representatives
9/8/2011Today, at the invitation of Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, Pastor Clark Johnson of the First Southern Baptist Church in Topeka served as Guest Chaplin in the U.S. House of Representatives.< Read more > -
Native Topekan and Washburn University Students to Intern for Rep. Jenkins
9/7/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce that Joe Mosimann of Topeka, Kansas and Amber Baker of Dover, Kansas are working as congressional interns in her Washington, D.C. office, and that Jon Trotter of Downs, Kansas, is working as a congressional intern in her Topeka office.< Read more > -
University of Kansas Freshman to Intern for Rep. Lynn Jenkins
9/7/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce that Taylor Schettler, of Castle Rock, Colorado, is working as a congressional intern in her Topeka office.< Read more > -
Jenkins Statement on Latest Jobs Report
9/2/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement today in response to the August jobs report. In August, no net new jobs were added to the economy and unemployment remains at 9.1%.< Read more > -
More Than a Thousand Kansans Attend Jenkins' Second Annual Jobs Fair
9/1/2011"We saw today that there are jobs open in our state, and often it is a matter of connecting the folks looking for jobs with the employers looking to fill those positions."< Read more > -
The Federal Government Shouldn't Be in the Movie Making Game
8/12/2011According to the New York Times the Obama Administration has given unprecedented and unfettered access to filmmakers producing a movie on the Osama bin Laden raid to be released by Sony Pictures, the only studio to hold a political fundraiser for the President this cycle, weeks before the 2012 election...< Read more > -
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins Brings Congress to Kansas Tour to Osage and Coffey County
8/10/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins has announced that she will continue bringing Congress to Kansas during the 112th Congress by hosting two listening sessions this Friday, August 12, 2011. Congresswoman Jenkins will first visit Lyndon in Osage County and hold a listening session the Lyndon Community Center located at 204 Topeka Ave from 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. She will then visit Lebo in Coffey County for a listening session at the Lebo Public Library located at 327 N. Ogden from 11:30 a.m to 12:30 a.m.< Read more > -
Senator Reid's Inaction Threatens Jobs
8/4/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) issued the following statement regarding the Senate Democrat leadership's inaction on House-passed FAA legislation.< Read more > -
Affordable Footwear Act Introduced in the House
8/3/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS), Congressman Joe Crowley (D-NY), Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX), Chairman of the Trade Subcommittee, and Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) have introduced H.R. 2697, the Affordable Footwear Act into the House of Representatives.< Read more > -
House Passes Real Solution to End Debt Limit Crisis
8/1/2011Today the House of Representatives, with the support of Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, passed the Budget Control Act. This legislation provides a responsible solution to the debt limit deadline, stays true to her conservative principles, makes substantial cuts to the bloated federal budget, and lays out a path to getting our nation's fiscal house in order without raising taxes on the American people.< Read more > -
The Budget Control Act is the Only Responsible Path Forward
7/29/2011Today the House of Representatives passed the Budget Control Act, which provides a two tiered approach to the debt limit extension while staying true to the conservative principles in the Cut Cap and Balance Act.Governor Sam Brownback, Senator Pat Roberts, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, Congressman Mike Pompeo, and Congressman Kevin Yoder released the following statements after the House passage of the plan.< Read more > -
Roberts and Jenkins Introduce Bill to Reduce Damage during Future Floods
7/18/2011Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) and Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.) introduced a bill today that would require the Army Corps of Engineers to take into account all precipitation data from this year's record levels in making any future plans to help reduce the risk of future flood events.< Read more > -
Roberts and Jenkins Introduce Bill to Repeal Portion of Health Care Reform Law
7/14/2011"Health care reform should be about increasing, not limiting, personal options and accessibility. Medical savings accounts encourage personal ownership of one's health care by giving individuals control over health care decisions and how to pay for that care."< Read more > -
Jenkins Statement on Latest Jobs Report
7/8/2011"Today we received yet another disappointing jobs report that once again shows us that the same tired Washington tactics are not working. 9.2% unemployment is unacceptable, and the American people deserve better."< Read more > -
Baldwin City Resident to Intern in Washington, D.C.
7/8/2011"Colin has been a great addition to my Washington staff," Jenkins said. "His personal drive and strong work ethic have allowed him to hit the ground running. I am confident Colin will serve the folks of Kansas well."< Read more > -
Leavenworth Native to Intern in Washington, D.C.
7/8/2011"Kyle has been a terrific addition to my Washington staff," Jenkins said. "His great personality and strong work ethic have allowed him to hit the ground running. I am confident Kyle will serve the folks of Kansas well."< Read more > -
Who and Where?: The Obamacare Waivers
7/7/2011"I hope the waiver information we have compiled is as enlightening to the American people as it was to us, and spurs the President to back up his words with action and make this waiver process open and transparent."< Read more > -
President Obama Chooses Fundraising Over Flood Waters
6/30/2011"This summer the folks along the Missouri River will once again suffer through historic floods that will threaten their homes, their families, their businesses, and their livelihoods. I am incredibly disappointed that the President declined our invitation to visit these areas and meet the people impacted by these floods."< Read more > -
Mars Chocolate Bringing Jobs to Topeka with State of the Art Manufacturing Facility
6/29/2011"I am so pleased to welcome the good people at Mars to the great state of Kansas. This is a great day for the Topeka community and the state of Kansas."< Read more > -
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins Brings Congress to Kansas Next Week in Atchison and Topeka
6/28/2011"Each week I am back home, I enjoy my time traveling around Eastern Kansas talking with folks and listening to their thoughts and concerns about issues we face as a nation. We have some great events set up for next week, and I hope to see some good crowds to discuss the important budget debates we have been having in Congress."< Read more > -
Kansas Delegation Urges Medal of Honor for Local Hero
6/23/2011Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.), Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), and Representatives Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.), Tim Huelskamp (R-Kan.), Kevin Yoder (R-Kan.) and Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.) sent a letter today to Department of Defense Secretary Robert Gates, urging him to award the Medal of Honor to Chaplain Emil Kapaun, a Kansas war hero.< Read more > -
Jenkins Holds Listening Session in Manhattan
6/20/2011"Listening to and serving Eastern Kansans is my top priority as your representative in Congress. Today's meeting in Manhattan proved again how important these meetings are to getting our country on the right track. It is an honor to serve the people of Riley County and I look forward to my next visit."< Read more > -
Telephone Town Hall Gets Answers for Kansans in Missouri River Flood Zone
6/16/2011More than 2,500 Kansans facing potential flooding along the Missouri River joined Kansas Governor Sam Brownback and U.S. Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins on a live telephone town hall Wednesday evening to ask questions and talk about their concerns surrounding the impending weather event.< Read more > -
Jenkins and Graves Requests Pre-Flooding Corps Visit
6/3/2011U.S. Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, along with Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06), requested that the Division Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers personally visit areas along the Missouri River expected to flood. The invitation to Brigadier General John McMahon is intended to provide a first-hand look at the impact of river management.< Read more > -
Two Osage Natives to Intern in Jenkins Topeka Office
6/3/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce that Liza Mussatto and Jacob Peterson of Osage City, Kansas, are working as a congressional interns in her Topeka office.< Read more > -
Jenkins Announces New Congressional Interns
6/1/2011Working in a Congressional office can be a great way to get insight into the legislative process, make contacts in Washington, D.C. , and meet a lot of great people. An internship also provides an excellent opportunity to see Congress in action.< Read more > -
Jenkins and a Bi-Partisan Majority Reject President's Debt Limit Increase
6/1/2011"We are in a debt crisis because Washington spends too much, and going forward I hope we can work together to make the substantial reforms and cuts needed to dig ourselves out of this hole."< Read more > -
Chairman Camp Honors Rep. Jenkins' and Rep. Pompeo's Request to Investigate Foreign Aircraft Manufacturers
5/23/2011Today, Chairman Camp honored Congresswoman Jenkins' and Congressman Pompeo's request by sending a letter to the U.S. ITC requesting that they conduct the investigation of the U.S. business jet industry and compile a report of their findings to Congress in no more than 11 months.< Read more > -
Jenkins Welcomes Defense Secretary Gates to Kansas for Fort Riley School Ground Breaking
5/19/2011Today Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins welcomed Secretary of Defense Robert Gates to the Second District of Kansas. Secretary Gates was in Kansas to join in the ground breaking ceremony for a new elementary school at Fort Riley.< Read more > -
Jenkins' First Annual Government Contracting Fair a Success
5/18/2011Today Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins hosted her first Government Contracting Fair in Topeka. Over 80 local business professionals and representatives from 10 government agencies attended the event.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Congress Needs a Real Time Reminder of Our Growing National Debt
5/11/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after cosponsoring H. Res. 228, which would direct the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real time display of the United States gross national debt in the House Chamber:< Read more > -
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins Launches House Energy Action Team (HEAT)
5/4/2011"It is time for Congress to truly reform this nations energy policy, not only to give the folks at home some immediate relief at the pump, but to establish a long term domestic energy plan that will keep us competitive in the 21st century global marketplace."< Read more > -
Rep. Lynn Jenkins and Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI) Introduce College Savings Legislation
5/4/2011Yesterday, Rep. Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) and Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI) introduced H.R. 529, legislation that will help encourage low- and moderate-income families to take advantage of 529 plans to help save for college.< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host First Annual Government Contracting Fair
5/3/2011"This Government Contracting Fair will help educate local Kansas businesses on how to successfully win government contracts with federal agencies, as well as state agencies and local municipalities."< Read more > -
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins Reacts to the Death of Osama bin Laden
5/2/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement upon the announcement that American armed forces had killed terrorist leader and al-Qaida founder Osama bin Laden.< Read more > -
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins Brings Congress to Kansas for Easter District Work Period
4/19/2011"Each district work period I enjoy my time traveling around Eastern Kansas talking with Kansans and listening to their thoughts and concerns about issues before Congress."< Read more > -
Jenkins Protects the Rights of Kansas Sportsmen
4/19/2011"As a proud member of the Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus, a bi-partisan group of Senators and Representatives who work to protect the interest of America's sportsmen and advance sound wildlife management policy, I have strong concerns about attempts to ban traditional lead ammunition and fishing tackle."< Read more > -
Jenkins Commends House Passage of the Path to Prosperity
4/15/2011"The Path to Prosperity as authored by Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI), is yet another historic step taken by House Republicans as we strive to rein in out of control spending and ensure our children and grandchildren have the same opportunities we enjoy."< Read more > -
The President's Do-Over on Debt Reduction Leaves Americans Wanting….
4/13/2011"I was pleased when I heard President Obama had finally decided to follow the leadership of Paul Ryan and House Republicans by weighing in on debt reduction. Unfortunately, yet again, the President has come to the table with mere platitudes, broad ambiguous goals, offers of meetings, and few specific details."< Read more > -
Jenkins: 2012 Republican Budget Proposal Fills Leadership Void
4/5/2011"Our plan moves past politics, addresses the drivers of our debt, and places us on a path to prosperity. These common sense reforms cut spending by $6.2 trillion over the next 10 years, reduce the deficit by more than $4 trillion in the same time frame, simplify our tax code, and establish a plan to make Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid solvent in the years to come."< Read more > -
Representatives Jenkins, Farr to Co-Chair Defense Communities Caucus
3/31/2011"I am honored to be joined by Congressman Sam Farr as a co-chair and founder of the Defense Communities Caucus. This caucus will provide a unified and bipartisan voice for the hundreds of communities that host military installations, support those communities in their efforts to assist America's troops, and raise awareness for the unique issues and challenges within these communities. Kansas has a strong history of working alongside our military installations, and I look forward to sharing some of our best practices with other military communities and learning new strategies so we can all continue to improve our support for soldiers and their families," said Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins.< Read more > -
One Year Later We Know What's In It...It's Not Good
3/22/2011"As former-Speaker Pelosi famously said, we had to pass the healthcare law to find out what was in it. A year has now passed since this flawed, partisan legislation was forced through Congress; we now know what's in it and it is not good."< Read more > -
Jenkins and Pompeo Request an Investigation of Foreign Aircraft Manufacturers
3/21/2011"It is important that we know whether these foreign companies are receiving illegal governmental subsidies to alter the playing field. The aviation industry is important to both the Kansas and the American economy and we must ensure their competitive edge is not being unfairly diminished."< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host Second Annual Veterans Resource Fair
3/16/2011"They deserve our support when they return home, and I am hopeful that veterans, active military, reserve component members and their families will all join us for this year's Resource Fair to learn more about all of the services available to them."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Record Spending Cuts
3/16/2011"Today, the politicians who got us into this spending mess sought to abandon real spending cuts in exchange for the hope of a longer continuing resolution with fewer cuts, but I refused to compromise. This vote to cut more than $6 billion over the next 3 weeks is a confirmation of our Pledge to America to cut $100 billion over the President's budget."< Read more > -
Jenkins Introduces Legislation to Improve Rural Hospital Quality and Access
3/11/2011"I am proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation that provides our rural hospitals with greater access to anesthesiology professionals. Access to care in rural communities is always a concern."< Read more > -
Jenkins Holds Open Office Hours in Topeka
3/7/2011"It was so nice to see a great group of Kansans this morning at my second open office hours session in Topeka. I met some fantastic Kansans, and we had some important discussions that I will be sure to remember when I return to Washington.< Read more > -
Jenkins Announces Open Office Hours Schedule
3/3/2011At 9:00am CST on the first Monday of each month, starting this Monday, March 7 and continuing through June, Congresswoman Jenkins will have one-on-one meetings with Kansans to discuss their questions and concern.< Read more > -
Jenkins Introduces Kelsey Smith Act into 112th Congress
3/1/2011The bill Congresswoman Jenkins introduced today will require wireless communication providers to provide call location information to the requesting law enforcement agencies only in order to respond to a call for emergency services or in an emergency situation that involves the risk of death or serious physical harm.< Read more > -
Jenkins Commends the Awarding of the Next Generation Air Force Tanker Contract to Boeing
2/24/2011"This victory for Boeing is not only great for American business and American jobs, but will be particularly advantageous for the Kansas aviation industry."< Read more > -
Jenkins Defends NBAF on the Floor of the House
2/18/2011"NBAF will be a cutting edge research facility that will accelerate our Nation's ability to protect ourselves, our food supply and our economy from biological threats, it will become the world's premier animal health research facility and further solidify our nation's place as the international leader in animal health research."< Read more > -
Jenkins, Brown, Hagan Introduce "Hire A Hero" Act
2/16/2011"Due to their monthly service requirements and the possibility they could be called into service overseas, the American heroes in our National Guard and Reserve can be passed over for jobs. As it stands today, we provide tax incentives for the hiring of felons, but ignore many of the men and women who protect our nation's freedom."< Read more > -
Jenkins Files Amendment to Stop Overbearing, Job Destroying EPA Regulations
2/15/2011"This situation in Parsons is the perfect example of an overzealous regulatory agency eliminating real jobs in rural America. The $100 billion of cuts in the Continuing Resolution offered by House Republicans this week is a first step toward achieving our goal, but we must also address the overbearing job destroying regulations promulgated by the executive branch."< Read more > -
The President's Budget Proposal Spends, Taxes, and Borrows Too Much
2/14/2011"The President's proposed budget demonstrated a failure to take up the mantle of leadership by completely ignoring key aspects of the Deficit Commission. It seems that if the President is going to continue to ignore the findings of his own Deficit Commission, the commission itself served only to raise the deficit."< Read more > -
Jenkins Honors President Ronald Reagan on the Floor of the House
2/10/2011Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins and her colleagues honored President Reagan yesterday, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the late President's birth with statements on the House floor.< Read more > -
Jenkins Applauds Federal Judge's Decision to Strike Down the Unconstitutional Individual Mandate in the Democrat's Health Care Law
1/31/2011"From the beginning I have said I believe the Democrat's government takeover of health care is unconstitutional. I applaud Judge Vinson's decision to strike down the individual mandate in the Democrat's health care reform legislation."< Read more > -
Jenkins Reacts to President Obama's State of the Union Address
1/26/2011Tonight we heard another nice speech from President Obama. While his words continue to impress we await the corresponding action.' I spoke those words in response to the President's first State of the Union address, but they ring as true tonight as they did a year ago."< Read more > -
Jenkins Votes to Repeal Job Killing Health Care Law
1/19/2011"Last March I voted against Obamacare. Today, I have fulfilled my pledge to the people of Eastern Kansas and voted to repeal this job-killing, government takeover of our health care system."< Read more > -
Jenkins Named to Influential Ways and Means Subcommittees
1/6/2011"These key subcommittees have jurisdiction over a wide variety of issues and will put me at the forefront of the debate as we look to find solutions to right our fiscal course and work toward a full recovery."< Read more > -
Jenkins Begins Second Term
1/5/2011"I am honored to be returning to the House of Representatives for my second term representing Kansas' Second Congressional District. The folks in Kansas, and across the country, made it clear that they want fresh ideas and new leadership in Congress, and I am looking forward to working alongside Speaker Boehner and all my colleagues in the House to get our country on the right track."< Read more > -
Jenkins Doesn't Miss a Vote in the 111th Congress
12/23/2010"The people of Eastern Kansans sent me to Congress to make sure their concerns are addressed and their voices are heard. A big part of my job is to take a stand and vote on every piece of legislation that comes before the House."< Read more > -
Jenkins Commends Passage of Bill Which Levels the Playing Field for Air Force Tanker Competition
12/21/2010"I am proud today that the House of Representatives has passed H.R. 6540 which requires the Department of Defense to consider illegal foreign subsidies when awarding a contract for the KC-X Aerial Refueling Aircraft."< Read more > -
Jenkins Proud to Announce Service Academy Nominations
12/20/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is proud to announce the names of the students from Kansas' 2ndCongressional district who have received her nomination for appointments to the U.S. Service Academies.< Read more > -
Removal of Omnibus Spending Bill from Senate Floor Is a Win for All Americans
12/17/2010"I am very happy that the Senate has recognized the will of the American people and pulled this bill from the floor. It is my sincere hope that the next Congress will keep up the fight and stand by their pledge to refuse to consider any bill which includes earmarks and wasteful, unnecessary government spending."< Read more > -
This is a Time for Action...Not a Time to Play Games with Kansans' Family Budgets
12/17/2010The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a two-year extension of the current tax rates and managed to stop a $3.8 trillion job-killing tax increase on January 1st.< Read more > -
Democrats Concern for the Deficit Seems to Apply to Tax Increases But Not Earmarks and Massive Spending Bills
12/16/2010"This 1,924 page spending bill, which funds the Government for the remainder of the fiscal year, is little more than one last desperate attempt by the Democrat majority to sneak through the kind of pork barrel projects that got them thrown from office this November."< Read more > -
Jenkins Applauds Federal Judge's Decision to Strike Down the Unconstitutional Individual Mandate in the Democrat's Health Care Law
12/14/2010"From the beginning I have said I believe the Democrat's government takeover of health care is unconstitutional. I applaud Judge Hudson's decision to strike down the individual mandate in the Democrat's health care reform legislation."< Read more > -
Kansas Losing Clout? Not So Fast!
12/10/2010For the first time in decades, and perhaps ever, Kansas will have a Member of Congress on each of the top three House Committees.< Read more > -
Jenkins Named to Ways and Means Committee
12/9/2010"I am honored to be the ninth Kansan to ever serve on the House Ways and Means Committee. It is incredibly humbling to join the ranks of Representatives Charles Curtis and Frank Carlson, who previously served on this prestigious committee."< Read more > -
Jenkins Thanks General Bunting for His Service
10/12/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement thanking Major General Tod Bunting for his service as Kansas Adjutant General and for his 32 years of service in the Kansas National Guard.< Read more > -
Jenkins Leads Efforts to Attract Businesses to Iola
10/8/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins sent letters to the U.S. Department of the Army and U.S. Department of the Air Force requesting they review the Historically Underutilized Business Zone Empowerment (HUBZone) program contracting policy to increase contracts made available for higher-skilled jobs that can be done remotely from rural communities.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Numbers Don't Lie, the Majority's Borrow and Spend Plan Has Failed
10/8/2010"President Obama pledged that if Congress passed his stimulus, unemployment would not pass 8 percent. That did not prove to be accurate. Since passage of the budget busting bill, unemployment has spiked, and for the past 17 months, more than 9 percent of the American people have been out of work."< Read more > -
Jenkins Presents "A Pledge to America"
9/23/2010The Pledge is centered on the ideas and priorities of the American people and offers concrete solutions that could be implemented today to tackle the nation's most pressing issues, including job creation, spending restraint, national security, health care, and reform to Congress.< Read more > -
Celebrate Constitution Day, Come Get a Pocket Constitution!
9/16/2010This Friday, September 17th, to mark Constitution Day, my district offices in Topeka and Pittsburg will make pocket Constitutions available to the public. I hope you will stop by and pick one up.< Read more > -
Jenkins Congratulates West Elementary for Receiving School of Distinction Award
9/15/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins congratulates West Elementary School in Wamego for being recognized as one of six winners across the nation of the Intel School of Distinction Award.< Read more > -
Jenkins Continues Voting Streak, Does Not Miss a Vote in 2010
8/11/2010"Standing up for Kansans' priorities is a responsibility I take very seriously as their voice in Washington. There are major issues that Congress continues working, and it is critical that I take a stand and vote on every piece of legislation that comes before the House."< Read more > -
Jenkins Named Taxpayer Hero
8/10/2010"I have worked hard over the past 19 months to restore fiscal accountability and responsibility to Congress, and I am honored to be recognized as a Taxpayer Hero for my voting record in 2009."< Read more > -
Jenkins Introduces Legislation to Prohibit Lame Duck Session, Hold Congress Accountable to the American People
7/26/2010"Passing unpopular, far reaching legislation like tax increases, card check or cap and trade after the general election when the House is no longer accountable to the American people is unacceptable."< Read more > -
Jenkins Joins Amicus Brief in Support of Arizona's Immigration Law
7/21/2010"Illegal immigration puts an economic strain on our country and puts American citizens at risk. The federal government failed to take seriously the threats illegal immigration puts on our country, forcing Arizona to pass their state law to assist with implementation and enforcement of federal immigration law."< Read more > -
Topeka Natives to Intern in Washington, D.C.
7/7/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce Ellen Dicus and Joe Schroeder both of Topeka, Kansas, are working as congressional interns in her Washington, D.C. office.< Read more > -
Atchison Native to Intern in Washington, D.C.
7/7/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce Mary Kuckelman of Atchison, Kansas, is working as a congressional intern in her Washington, D.C. office.< Read more > -
Jenkins: WTO Made Right Decision on Illegal European Subsidies
6/30/2010It is time for the Department of Defense to take into consideration the illegal subsidies Airbus received and to base its final tanker decision on a fair and level playing field for American workers and the American tanker."< Read more > -
Jenkins Signs Petition to Repeal Health Care Law
6/29/2010"There is no doubt that the health care system in our nation needs reformed, but the new law is not the right prescription for what is ailing our health care system. That is why I support H.R. 4972, legislation to repeal the misguided bill and why I signed a petition to force a vote on H.R. 4972."< Read more > -
The Holton Recorder: Haags honored for 4-H service, named parade marshals
6/18/2010Gale and Dixie Haag of rural Holton didn't just raise three children in 4-H – in fact, as community leaders with the Lucky Stars 4-H club, they were dedicated to helping raise generations of kids to work hard and live right.< Read more > -
Iola Native to Intern in Washington, D.C.
6/11/2010"Scott has hit the ground running and is a great addition to my Washington office. He has a tremendous work ethic and great experience from his involvement on campus at KU and his internship in the Kansas Senate. I am confident Scott will be an asset to the office and will serve Kansans well."< Read more > -
Atchison Native to Intern in Washington, D.C.
6/11/2010"Courtney has been a great addition to my Washington staff. Her great personality and strong work ethic have allowed her to hit the ground running. I am confident Courtney will serve the folks of Kansas well."< Read more > -
Jenkins Accepting Applications for Fall 2010 Internships
6/10/2010"I believe it is important all Americans to get involved and understand how the federal government functions. That is why I encourage all college students to consider applying for a congressional internship in one of my offices. These internships give students a firsthand knowledge of the legislative process and provide the opportunity to work on important issues facing Kansans."< Read more > -
Jenkins Encourages Big 12 to Stay Together
6/9/2010"The heartland of our nation is rooted in deep traditions that started with pioneers venturing west to settle here and continues today with the storied history of college athletics and academic research in the Big XII Conference."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Israel Has the Right to Defend Itself
6/2/2010"As one of our nation's strongest and most stable allies, it is imperative that President Obama and his administration make it clear that the United States supports Israel and pledges to veto any biased, premature U.N. resolution condemning Israel's right to defend itself from Hamas terrorists who seek to harm innocent Israeli citizens."< Read more > -
Jenkins Joins House Republicans to Launch America Speaking Out, Plans Townhall Meeting in Parsons
5/25/2010On Tuesday, June 1, 2010, Congresswoman Jenkins will host her first America Speaking Out townhall meeting in Parsons at the Municipal Auditorium at 5:00 p.m. CST.< Read more > -
Jenkins Joins House Republicans to Launch America Speaking Out, Plans Townhall Meeting in Topeka
5/25/2010On Monday, June 7, 2010, Congresswoman Jenkins will host an America Speaking Out townhall in Topeka at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library at 9:00 a.m. CST.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Kansas Is Not the Hamptons, but It Sure Is Not a "Sinkhole"
5/21/2010"The Second District of Kansas may not be the Hamptons and may not have a median income of $62,000 like Congressman Bishop's home district in New York, but it most definitely is not a sinkhole like the Congressman claims. In fact, I am certain if Congressman Bishop stopped insulting the heartland and took the time to visit Kansas he would see what the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) saw when it conducted a three-year exhaustive review of 29 different sites around the nation."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Washington Must Listen to Taxpayers on Our Fiscal Future
5/20/2010"The American people are fed up with the culture of spending and borrowing in Washington. In less than one week, more than 280,000 Americans voted in the YouCut project, and more than 81,000 of them voted to cut $2.5 billion from a duplicative and unnecessary welfare fund. Our job in Congress is to listen to the folks who sent us here, and today I did just that."< Read more > -
Jenkins Joins Economic Recovery Working Group to Launch the "YouCut" Project to Cut Government Spending
5/12/2010"Over the past 16 months, I have voted against trillions in new spending in the House and introduced the Debt Accountability Act to hold Congress accountable for the money it spends. Stopping the out of control spending in Washington, however, will take more than just my efforts."< Read more > -
CMS Report Confirms Health Care Costs Will Increase
4/23/2010"This CMS report confirms yet another broken promise from the Obama Administration. Time and again, President Obama pledged to reduce health care costs. However, the nonpartisan CMS report confirmed our biggest fear: health care costs will increase because of the new law."< Read more > -
Jenkins' Website Recognized As One of Best in Congress
4/22/2010"My staff and I will continue exploring new and innovative ways to keep in touch with Kansans. A few years ago, new media technologies like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter were relatively unknown, but today they are necessary tools that my staff and I utilize daily."< Read more > -
More Than 1,000 Kansans Attend Jobs Fair
4/19/2010"Today's fair was a great success, and it would not have been possible without such wonderful support from the local community. Rather than waiting for Washington to propose more big government programs, I'd rather take action and help my constituents find local jobs now."< Read more > -
Jenkins Introduces Hire A Hero Act
4/12/2010"We have an obligation to support our National Guard and Reserve Components while they are fighting to keep us safe, but equally important is our obligation to support them once they have returned home."< Read more > -
Jenkins Responds to Attorney General Six's Decision Not to Challenge the Health Care Bill
4/2/2010"Attorney General Six's decision not to challenge this bill because others are already doing it and he's not certain it would succeed is extremely disappointing and a break from our state's storied history founded in personal responsibility and individual liberty."< Read more > -
Jenkins Responds to Attorney General Six
3/25/2010"I could not agree more with Attorney General Six; the decision to challenge the constitutionality of the Democrat's health care bill should not be based on politics...Defending the Constitution is not a Democrat or Republican issue. It is an American issue, and I hope he moves forward on this challenge in a timely manner."< Read more > -
Jenkins Requests KS Attorney General to Challenge Constitutionality of Democrat's Health Care Bill
3/24/2010"I believe the Democrat's government takeover of health care is unconstitutional. That is why I have asked Kansas Attorney General Six to join his colleagues around the nation in challenging the constitutionality of this legislation and to protect Kansans from this massive intrusion by the federal government."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Kansans Deserve Better
3/22/2010"Today, the Democrat Majority took an entirely different approach and one I did not support. A plan that increases taxes by nearly $570 billion, a plan that cuts Medicare by more than $520 billion, a plan that increases premium costs for many Kansas families by more than $2,100 annually, and a plan that, according to the national commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, is betraying America's veterans.'< Read more > -
Jenkins Joins House Republicans to Swear Off Earmarks
3/11/2010"With a $1.6 trillion deficit facing our nation and with a Congress that has been on a year-long spending spree, it is time to stop the out-of-control federal government spending. My vote in conference for a moratorium on earmark requests was a critical step in restoring fiscal responsibility and discipline to Congress."< Read more > -
Jenkins Invites House Agriculture Committee Leadership to Hold Farm Bill Field Hearing in Kansas
2/25/2010"The agriculture industry is vital to the economy in my district, and a strong, predictable farm bill is critical to my constituents. After learning that Chairman Peterson intends to start discussions for the next farm bill this year, I invited him and Ranking Member Lucas to hold a field hearing in Eastern Kansas."< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host Jobs Fair in Topeka
2/23/2010"These are tough times, and folks continue looking to Washington for answers and for relief. Rather than relying on Congress to act, this jobs fair will give folks in Kansas without jobs the opportunity to meet with local employers who are hiring."< Read more > -
Jenkins: More Kansans Unemployed One Year After Stimulus
2/17/2010"I opposed the President's stimulus plan last year because I did not believe it was the right plan to put Kansans back to work. Here we are one year later, and while the White House predicted 33,000 jobs would be created in Kansas, the fact of the matter is that our state has actually lost 47,100 jobs over the past year."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Democrats Hold Fiscal Responsibility Hostage, Vote on Single Largest Debt Increase in History
2/4/2010"While families across the nation have struggled through the past year cutting back to make ends meet, the federal government has gone on a reckless spending spree with the American public's hard-earned dollars."< Read more > -
Updated Information Regarding American Citizens Being Held in Haiti
2/4/2010Today, Congresswoman Jenkins received word that their case has been forwarded to the higher court. According to the State Department, all ten Americans are all facing charges of Abduction, Trafficking of Minors and Organized Malfeasances.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Days After Promising Fiscal Responsibility, President Obama Releases Record $3.8 Trillion Budget
2/1/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement about President Obama's $3.83 trillion fiscal year 2011 budget:< Read more > -
Information Regarding American Citizens Being Held in Haiti
2/1/2010"My concern is about the health and safety of all involved," Jenkins said. "I was relieved to hear back from the State Department that they are working with closely with the Haitian government to resolve this issue."< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host Veterans Resource Fair
1/14/2010"The men and women who serve in our nation's armed forces sacrifice a great deal in order to protect each of us from harm. They deserve our support when they return home, and I am hopeful veterans, active military and reserve component members and their families will come to the resources fair to learn more about all of the services available to them."< Read more > -
Jenkins Accepting Applications for Summer 2010 Internships
1/13/2010"Congressional internships give students a valuable opportunity to learn firsthand about the legislative process and their federal government. Interns work alongside my staff and I on issues affecting Kansas, and I encourage college students to consider applying."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Hiding Behind Closed Doors to Cut a Health Care Deal is Unacceptable
1/7/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after Democratic Leadership in the House and Senate reached a deal with President Obama to bypass the traditional conference committee process and finalize the health care bill.< Read more > -
Jenkins Seeks Library Nominations for 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service
1/6/2010Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is seeking library nominations for the 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Nominations are due by January 15, 2010.< Read more > -
Jenkins Does Not Miss a Single Vote in 2009
12/22/2009"Kansans sent me to Washington to make sure their concerns are addressed and their voices are heard. A big part of my job is to take a stand and vote on every piece of legislation that comes before the House. I made it a priority to vote in each of the 991 roll call votes the House held this year and will do everything in my power to continue that record in 2010."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Politics Trumps Good Policy in Senate Health Care Bill
12/21/2009"The American people are struggling to find work and make ends meet, but it doesn't matter whether you are in Kansas, Nebraska, Louisiana, or Vermont, no one should get special favors. So it is extremely disappointing that Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid resorted to cutting deals, choosing winners and losers, and awarding special favors in order to pass his misguided health care bill."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Democrat's Borrow and Spend Scheme Is Not Working
12/17/2009"Our fiscal house is in disarray, but rather than reducing spending and restoring fiscal responsibility, the majority in Congress voted today to spend more money we don't have and sent our kids and grandkids another $300 billion IOU."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Legislation to Fund Our Troops
12/16/2009"It is our obligation to ensure the men and women in our armed services have what they need to do their jobs. With a strong military presence in Eastern Kansas, I will always support our troops and do all I can do ensure their success."< Read more > -
Jenkins Opposes Making Bank Bailout Permanent
12/11/2009"Instead of passing meaningful reform to restore stability in financial markets, the House today passed legislation to give the Department of the Treasury and the Federal Reserve permanent bailout authority."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Destroying Al-Qaeda a Necessity for Our Security
12/2/2009"While I am pleased President Obama plans to send additional troops to Afghanistan, I am concerned about some of the early details. I hope the President will choose to follow the counsel of his experienced commanders on the ground and implement their plan for victory in Afghanistan."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Kansans Deserve Better Than a Job-Killing Government Takeover of Health Care
11/7/2009Kansans deserve better than Speaker Pelosi's government takeover of health care. That is why I supported an alternative that would bring down health care premiums by as much as 10 percent, reduce the deficit, and give folks more control over their health care without raising taxes or cutting Medicare.< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Amendment to Block Federal Funding for Abortion
11/7/2009I voted for the Stupak-Pitts Amendment because I am opposed to public funding for abortion.< Read more > -
Jenkins Asks Kansas Health Policy How Medicaid Changes Will Affect Kansans
11/5/2009In addition to creating a government-controlled "public option," H.R. 3962 imposes unfunded mandates on states to pay for an expansion of Medicaid. While the goal of covering more of the uninsured in our nation is one we all share, I cannot support a plan that will make the fiscal challenges facing Kansas even worse.< Read more > -
Jenkins to Deliver Speaker Pelosi's Massive Health Care Overhaul to Kansans
10/30/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins today will share the House Majority's massive health care overhaul with her constituents.< Read more > -
Jenkins Announces Satellite Office Hours
10/29/2009"My staff and I are continuing to work to provide the folks of Eastern Kansas with the most accessible congressional office they have ever seen. While I will be in Washington next week, my staff will once again travel to communities throughout the district bringing Congress to Kansas."< Read more > -
Democrats Unveil Plan for Government Run Health Care
10/29/2009"By taking the go-it-alone approach, Speaker Pelosi appears to have drafted another nearly trillion dollar plan that will raise taxes on our nation's small businesses, grow the government, further erode our nation's fiscal stability and put a government bureaucrat between patients and their doctors."< Read more > -
Jenkins Introduces Resolution to Increase Transparency in Congressional Committees
10/15/2009"This is only my first year in Washington, but if this is "business as usual," then it's time for business to change. Committees should post legislation online within 24-hours to give all members of Congress as well as the American people time to read and understand the legislation. The status quo of secrecy and back-door deals has worn out its welcome."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Passage of DHS Conference Report
10/15/2009"Kansas, and frankly our nation, needs NBAF to ensure public health and the safety and security of our national food supply. In this age of uncertainty and global threats, conducting vital research to protect our nation couldn't be more crucial. I am pleased that the House today passed the DHS appropriations conference report that includes critical NBAF funding."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Legislation to Provide Funding to Troops; Urges President Obama to Listen to Commanders on the Ground
10/8/2009"We have American troops fighting two wars right now. They are fighting to protect us from harm and to prevent another attack on American soil. The district I represent in Kansas has a strong military presence, and I will do everything I can to make sure our troops on the ground have the best possible equipment, training and support to enable them to undertake their missions."< Read more > -
K-State Student Begins Internship in Washington, D.C.
10/5/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce Lauren Hoover of Overland Park, Kan., is working as a congressional intern in her Washington, D.C. office.< Read more > -
Leavenworth Native Begins Internship in Washington, D.C.
10/5/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce Kevin Rodriguez of Leavenworth, Kan., is working as a congressional intern in her Washington, D.C. office.< Read more > -
Jenkins Announces Satellite Office Hours
9/30/2009"Providing vital constituent services to folks in Kansas continues to be one of my top priorities. In October, my staff will hold office hours in communities throughout Eastern Kansas. I hope folks will continue engaging and taking an active role in their government like we have seen recently."< Read more > -
Jenkins Accepting Applications for Spring 2010 Interns
9/30/2009"Congressional internships give students a valuable opportunity to work with my staff and me on important issues facing Kansans."< Read more > -
Jenkins: President Continues Push for Public 'Option' That Many Americans Don't Want
9/11/2009"I agree with President Obama that our nation's health care system needs to be reformed, and I was hopeful that tonight he would lead the way on a bipartisan solution. Unfortunately, the President has ignored the voice of many Americans along with some in his own party who are opposed to a government-run public option.'"< Read more > -
Jenkins to host EPA officials on tour of Treece
8/19/2009"This is a critical step forward in our efforts to help the folks in Treece. I am hopeful once EPA sees firsthand the irreparable damage mining has done in Treece, they will agree a clean-up alone is not enough."< Read more > -
Jenkins: After Six Months, Kansans Still Struggling
8/17/2009"Rather than recklessly spending taxpayer dollars on programs that don't work, I am hopeful when Congress returns to Washington in September that all members can work together to curb spending, control debt and get Americans back to work."< Read more > -
Jenkins: House Armed Services Chairman Skelton Agrees Ft. Leavenworth is the Wrong Place to Hold Suspected Terrorists
8/10/2009"I strongly agree with Chairman Skelton's feeling that, This would have a very negative outcome for our military officers, the school, and the health of our relationships with Muslim nations.' I will continue to work in a bipartisan fashion with Chairman Skelton and others in the future to ensure terrorist suspects are not transferred to Kansas."< Read more > -
Jenkins Kicks Off "Congress to Kansas" Listening Tour
8/10/2009"I have been in Kansas almost every weekend since January and being home this month will let me spend even more time with the good folks of Kansas. Folks are concerned about the out-of-control spending, increasing debt and the rapid expansion of the federal government. I share their concerns and look forward to listening to them and discussing ideas to turn our nation around."< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host Health Care Forum with Health Experts
8/10/2009"This is a very complex issue, and it is very important for folks to have the chance to ask questions about how these plans will affect them. I am pleased that five health care experts will join me for a panel discussion and forum to talk about health care reform."< Read more > -
Kansas Delegation Commends CMS for Allowing Rural KS Hospitals to Retain Critical Access Designation
8/3/2009"This is a simple, common-sense fix to an issue that would put unnecessary hardships on these two rural hospitals. At a time when rural communities are already faced with major challenges, any loss of health care would be devastating."< Read more > -
Jenkins Introduces Legislation to Keep Congress Accountable
7/30/2009"At a time when Americans have tightened their belts to make ends meet, Congress must do the same. This legislation is an effort to give each Member of Congress the opportunity to vote on the side of fiscal restraint or fiscal neglect."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Legislation to Improve Federal Flood Insurance
7/29/2009"I was proud to cosponsor legislation that passed the House today to make common sense changes to the federal flood insurance program. This bill will give communities more flexibility in maintaining and repairing their levee systems.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Kansans Need Affordable Health Care, Not a Government Takeover of Health Care
7/22/2009"Rather than forcing the House to vote next week on a bill that will increase healthcare costs, add to our debt, kill jobs and drive folks off their current health coverage, Speaker Pelosi needs to work with Democrats and Republicans, as well as President Obama on a solution that will improve our nation's health care system without putting additional, unnecessary hardships on middle-class families and small businesses."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Delaying Six-Month Report on Guantanamo Bay is Proof There is No Plan
7/22/2009"The Administration must come forward with a comprehensive plan that does not jeopardize the safety of the American people. Closing Guantanamo Bay is a complex issue, but moving forward without a plan to relocate the terrorist detainees is irresponsible."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Efforts to Bring "Fairness Doctrine" to the Floor for Vote
7/17/2009"Time after time, the Democrat Majority has shut down the debate of important issues from even being heard on the floor. She is the Speaker of "the people's house," and it's high time she allow the democratic legislative process to work like it has for the past 233 years."< Read more > -
Manhattan Native to Intern in Washington, D.C.
7/8/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce Jessica Schultz of Manhattan, Kan., will work as a congressional intern in her Washington, D.C. office.< Read more > -
Holton Native to Intern in Washington, D.C.
7/8/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce Steve Iverson of Holton, Kan., will work as a congressional intern in her Washington, D.C. office.< Read more > -
Jenkins Introduces Legislation to Fund Treece Buyout
6/30/2009"One hundred years of mining near Treece has left the approximately 100 residents with toxic soil, dangerous conditions and no hope of rebuilding. While I appreciate the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) efforts to cleanup Treece, I am convinced a cleanup is not sufficient."< Read more > -
Jenkins Urges House, Senate to Resolve NBAF Funding Issues
6/29/2009"We cannot play politics with this issue. The NBAF is a necessary part of the disease research that will protect our food supply and public health in the 21st Century. The decision to place the facility in Manhattan, made by the Bush Administration, was also affirmed by the Obama Administration and DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Cap & Trade Is An Unfair Assault on Kansans
6/26/2009"In the midst of this severe recession, Congress should be focused on enacting policies that will put folks back to work and grow the economy. This legislation does exactly the opposite. It creates a national energy tax that will drive millions of American jobs overseas and will unfairly burden Kansans with increased energy and gasoline prices. At a time when Kansas families are struggling, hitting them with a job-killing national energy tax is absolutely wrong."< Read more > -
Jenkins Fights to Protect Rural Status for Onaga, Wamego Hospitals
6/25/2009"This is a simple, common-sense fix to an issue that would put unnecessary hardships on these two rural hospitals. As the former governor of Kansas, I am confident Secretary Sebelius understands the negative affects these changes will have on Onaga and Wamego, and I am hopeful she and Acting Administrator Frizzera will grant this exception."< Read more > -
Jenkins Disappointed NBAF Funding Left Out of DHS Bill
6/25/2009"I remain confident the Senate will include funding for the NBAF in its DHS funding bill, and I will continue to work with Senator Pat Roberts and Senator Sam Brownback on this issue. The research that will be conducted at the new NBAF will protect our food supply and is critical to public health in the 21st Century."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Legislation to Fix Veterans Health Care Budget
6/24/2009"It is so important that our veterans' hospitals are adequately funded and that they receive a timely and predictable budget each year," Jenkins said. "In 19 of the past 22 years, Congress has failed to approve VA funding legislation on time, and that has caused major problems in many of our VA hospitals. I was proud to cosponsor this legislation because it will address those problems, and I was glad the House approved it."< Read more > -
Jenkins Fights to Secure Funding for NBAF
6/24/2009"I rise today in support of the National Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility, also known as the NBAF. After September 11, former-President Bush issued a security directive to increase our nation's capacity for animal disease research to protect our food supply as well as defend our agriculture and public health against disease outbreaks."< Read more > -
Jenkins Votes to Prohibit Closing Guantanamo Bay
6/18/2009"Kansans do not support bringing terrorist detainees to Ft. Leavenworth, and today, the House of Representatives had two chances to stand up and stop that from happening. This is not a Republican or Democrat issue, and I was proud to support this amendment with my Kansas colleagues Congressmen Todd Tiahrt and Jerry Moran as well as 40 Democrats from across the nation, but unfortunately, we fell just one vote short."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Health Care Reform Must Empower People, Not Government
6/17/2009"Americans are feeling the effects of a health care system in crisis and now is the time to implement reforms that empower individuals, families and small businesses instead of the government. As a mother of two and a daughter with aging parents, I want to see a system that strengthens the patient-doctor relationship, prevents the long waiting periods that are seen in other countries around the world and eliminates the waste, fraud and abuse in our nation's current health care system."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Don't Play Politics With Our Troops
6/16/2009"I support our troops, and I will do everything in my power to ensure they have every resource they need to defend our nation. I was proud to vote for a clean War Supplemental in the House on May 14th, and that legislation passed with broad bipartisan support."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Visit to Guantanamo Eye Opening, Still Waiting on Plan from White House
6/16/2009"After having a first-hand look at the facilities at Guantanamo, I am more convinced than ever that Fort Leavenworth is the wrong location to hold the terrorist detainees."< Read more > -
Jenkins Brings "Congress to Kansas" with Mobile Office Tour
6/15/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce the schedule for her upcoming Congress to Kansas mobile office tour during the week of June 22nd. To provide the most accessible service to Kansans, Congresswoman Jenkins' staff will travel to communities throughout the 2nd District to assist them with any federal issues.< Read more > -
Jenkins Continues Efforts to Keep Guantanamo Detainees Out of Fort Leavenworth
6/12/2009"On Monday, I will travel to Guantanamo Bay to tour the detention facilities and meet with the military officials in charge," Jenkins said. "The January 22nd deadline set by President Obama for the closure of Guantanamo Bay is fast approaching, but we've still not seen any details about where he plans to send the terrorist detainees."< Read more > -
Jenkins Congratulates South Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad for Securing Grant to Repair Gorilla Subdivision
6/3/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins congratulates the South Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad (SKOL) for securing a Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) grant to repair flood damage to the Gorilla Subdivision section of the railroad between Sherwin, Kan. and Cherokee, Kan.< Read more > -
Jenkins Receives Word Randolph Post Office Agreement Reached, Post Office Will Not Close
5/27/2009"Although the agreement is tentative, the big winners today are clearly the residents of Randolph. I was elected to represent the interests of folks in eastern Kansas, and I look forward to continuing to work with communities like Randolph across the Second District."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Suspected Terrorists Do Not Belong at Fort Leavenworth
5/21/2009"I continue to strongly oppose any plan to relocate suspected terrorists to Fort Leavenworth and hope President Obama will be more straightforward with the American people on where he intends to send terrorist detainees."< Read more > -
Jenkins Supports Legislation to Fund Our Troops
5/14/2009"The war funding legislation that passed in the House today was not perfect. While I am disappointed the Democrat Majority added $12.2 billion for non-war related programs, I supported the legislation because it provides critical funding to our military men and women fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan to keep all of us safe and secure here at home."< Read more > -
Jenkins Tours Storm Damage in Southeast Kansas
5/13/2009"After surveying the damage on Monday, my office has been in contact with Governor Parkinson's staff to offer our full support, including potential federal resources that may be available. We will continue to provide the necessary assistance to the Governor's office to ensure Kansans have access to any appropriate federal resources."< Read more > -
Jenkins: White House Predicts Record $1.84 Trillion Deficit
5/11/2009"It's time to stop placing blame and start working together on solutions to turn the economy around."< Read more > -
Jenkins Heartened that Democrat Appropriators Reject President's Proposal to Fund Closing Guantanamo Bay
5/5/2009"Chairman Obey's rejection of the President's plan to close Guantanamo Bay does not settle this issue, but it does send a clear message to the Administration that closing the detention facility will not be as simple as they had hoped."< Read more > -
Jenkins to Deliver Republican Radio Address This Saturday
4/30/2009U.S. Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-Kansas) will deliver the weekly Republican radio address on Saturday, May 2, 2009.< Read more > -
Jenkins Disappointed with Budget Conference Report
4/29/2009"Today, the House agreed to a budget resolution to set the spending, taxing and borrowing guidelines for our nation, and I am very concerned it takes us in the wrong direction. We should be focused on growing the economy, not the government."< Read more > -
Jenkins Launches New Website
4/28/2009"I am so pleased to launch my new website, which makes it easier for the folks in Kansas to stay updated on what I am doing as their representative in Washington."< Read more > -
Jenkins Works to Rebuild American's Savings
4/27/2009"Folks across the nation are worried about paying their mortgages, keeping their jobs, and feeding their families...This legislation will help workers, seniors and students and their families rebuild their savings and will help achieve long-term sustainable economic growth."< Read more > -
Jenkins Participates in Taxpayer Tea Parties
4/16/2009"I was proud to stand with the folks in Pittsburg and Iola to say increasing taxes on hard-working families to expand the size of government is the wrong direction to take our nation."< Read more > -
Jenkins Condemns Democrats' Budget Plan
4/2/2009"One of the main responsibilities of Congress is to set the budget for the federal government, and during this recession, Congress should have passed a budget plan that eliminates wasteful spending, creates jobs and controls debt. The Democrat's budget fails in all three areas."< Read more > -
Jenkins Congratulates Topeka for Winning National Energy Efficiency Award
4/1/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins congratulates the City of Topeka Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development for being named as a recipient of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2009 ENERGY STAR Award for Excellence.< Read more > -
Jenkins Works With House GOP to Propose Solutions to Help Americans Rebuild Their Savings
3/26/2009"At a time when folks are worried about losing their jobs and struggling to make ends meet, they should not also have to worry about losing any more of the money they've worked so hard to save," Jenkins said. "I am proud to work with the Solutions Group for Savings Restoration on a plan to help the American people restore their personal, college and retirement savings."< Read more > -
Jenkins Rejects Democrat's Plan to Recoup Some of the AIG Bonuses
3/19/2009"The $165 million in bonuses AIG recently made must absolutely be recaptured. I am an original cosponsor of legislation that would require Treasury Secretary Geithner to pursue every legal option to recapture 100 percent of the bonus payments made by AIG.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Taxpayers Did Not Make the Mistakes, They Should Not Continue Paying For Them
3/18/2009"We are in unchartered waters with AIG, and it is absolutely critical the American taxpayers are paid back for every dollar of the nearly $180 billion that was used to bailout AIG. There is no doubt that mistakes have been made – from the lack of accountability in the bailout program, to the outrageous employee bonuses AIG recently made.< Read more > -
Jenkins: AIG Bonuses Should Be Paid Back
3/17/2009"From day-one I opposed the bank bailout that increased government intervention into the private financial markets. The American taxpayer has been forced to foot the bill for far too long for the bad decisions made by financial institutions that were deemed too big to fail.'< Read more > -
Jenkins: Card Check Takes Away Workers' Rights
3/10/2009"Workers should absolutely have the right to join a union, but that decision should be private. The Employee Free Choice Act would remove the secret ballot requirement and allow union certification based on simple card-check.< Read more > -
Jenkins: House Misses Another Opportunity for Fiscal Responsibility
3/6/2009"Today Congress voted to fund the federal government until next Wednesday at the current level. Even though this short-term resolution is far better than Nancy Pelosi's $410 billion plan, the House missed yet another opportunity to reduce the financial burden on all Americans.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Housing Bill Punishes Homeowners Who Played By the Rules
3/5/2009"More than 90 percent of homeowners have played by the rules and paid their monthly mortgages. It is completely unfair to force them to subsidize lenders who made risky loans or people who knowingly got in over their head buying a home they couldn't afford.< Read more > -
Jenkins: President Obama's Budget Paves Way for Bigger Government
2/26/2009"The hard-working families in Kansas have tightened their budgets to make ends meet. I am disappointed President Obama's budget proposal will increase their financial struggle by raising their taxes and implementing colossal spending programs. His proposal will actually increase the federal deficit to a record $1.75 trillion.< Read more > -
Jenkins Calls for Immediate Spending Freeze
2/25/2009"The omnibus spending bill that passed today represents the largest increase in nonemergency spending since President Carter was in office," Jenkins said. "The bill spends $32 billion more than last year. H.R. 1105 will cost more than $400 billion and comes on the back of the $1 trillion stimulus bill. It is time to stop talking about fiscal responsibility and start practicing it."< Read more > -
Jenkins Reaction to President Obama's Address to Congress
2/24/2009"I agree with President Obama that we must address the fiscal and economic challenges facing the nation today in order to create sustained economic growth and prosperity. The American people continue to struggle to find jobs and to make ends meet. But I am optimistic we can overcome these challenges and I look forward to working with President Obama and his Administration to find solutions to jump-start the economy.< Read more > -
Jenkins Hopeful to Hear President's Plan to Reduce the Deficit
2/23/2009"Reducing the $1.3 trillion federal deficit is critical, and I look forward to hearing President Obama's plans to responsibly cut the deficit in half by 2013. Out-of-control government spending in Washington got us into the financial mess we're in right now, and I am glad President Obama recognizes that reducing the deficit is crucial to growing our economy. I hope his plan is responsible and focuses on reducing spending on wasteful or duplicative government programs.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Democrat's Backroom Deal Does Nothing To Stimulate the Economy
2/13/2009"There is no question about it – the American people are struggling, and our economy is in a recession. It is unacceptable for Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid to decide to use our ailing economy as an opportunity to fund a long list of liberal pet projects. There have been claims that voting against H.R. 1 is voting to do nothing. I voted against this bill because it will cost Americans nearly $1 trillion and won't work."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Increased Scrutiny Needed In Financial Recovery Plans
2/11/2009"Times are tough, and Congress has had to act quickly making tough policy decisions. The challenging circumstances do not give government a blank check. These times call for increased accountability, transparency and scrutiny before throwing billions of hard-earned taxpayer dollars at programs that might not even address the root of the problems.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Out-of-Control Spending Got Us Here; It Won't Get Us Out
2/10/2009"This is perhaps the biggest financial burden one generation has ever passed onto future generations, and now we're finding out it may actually make things worse, not better. The out-of-control spending practices of the federal government got us into this mess, and the folks in the 2nd district know we cannot borrow and spend our way back to prosperity."< Read more > -
Jenkins Attends Flag Raising Ceremony for Command and General Staff College; Visits With Veterans at Leavenworth VA Medical Center
2/9/2009Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins attended the International Flag Ceremony for the Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth. This annual ceremony marks the start of each new class of the Command and General Staff College. She also visited the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth to meet with hospitalized veterans.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Congress Misses Opportunity to Fix SCHIP
2/4/2009"SCHIP is a very valuable program that I have fought for since my time in the Kansas legislature. The intent of SCHIP is simple – provide health coverage for the neediest American children. Unfortunately, there are some in Washington, D.C. whose primary focus is not to fix the program, but simply to expand it."< Read more > -
House Republicans Form Health Care Task Force
2/4/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.) will serve on a select health care task force, created by House Republican Leader John Boehner (Ohio) and led by Missouri Congressman Roy Blunt. Jenkins is the only freshman serving in the group.< Read more > -
Jenkins Meets With Governor Sebelius, Discusses Consequences of Relocating Guantanamo Detainees to Fort Leavenworth
2/2/2009"This isn't a Republican or Democrat issue," Jenkins said. "It's a Kansas issue. Governor Sebelius and I discussed the consequences moving Guantanamo detainees would have on Fort Leavenworth and on surrounding communities. It is imperative everyone understands the many physical and logistical problems involved with relocating suspected terrorists to Fort Leavenworth, and also the threat it would pose to the Leavenworth community and to the Fort's education and training mission."< Read more > -
Jenkins Opposes Pelosi's Borrow and Spend Plan
1/28/2009"Americans are counting on Congress to take action to get our economy moving again. That requires innovative ideas that are missing from this legislation. H.R. 1 turned into a pork-filled bill that costs as much as the annual discretionary budget for the entire federal government."< Read more > -
Jenkins: Suspected Terrorists Do Not Belong At Fort Leavenworth
1/22/2009"President Obama today signed an executive order to close the military prison at Guantanamo Bay within one year. The order, however, left unclear where the new Administration intends to transfer the suspected terrorists who are held at the military prison at Guantanamo Bay. I am here today to say those detainees do not belong at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host Open House for Pittsburg Office
1/21/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins will officially open her district office in Pittsburg, Friday, January 23.< Read more > -
Jenkins to Host Open House for Topeka Office
1/21/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins will officially open her district office in Topeka, Saturday, January 24.< Read more > -
Baldwin City Native to Intern in Washington, D.C.
1/21/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce Wesley Callahan of Baldwin City, Kansas, will work as a congressional intern in her Washington, D.C. office.< Read more > -
Jenkins Named to Republican Whip Team
1/15/2009"I look forward to communicating the interests of Kansans to House Leadership as an Assistant Whip," Jenkins said. "It is an honor to be selected to work with leaders to promote Republican principles in the 111th Congress. I am committed to advancing common-sense and innovative solutions to problems facing Americans today, especially the folks in the Second Congressional District."< Read more > -
SCHIP Legislation Compromises Health Coverage for the Neediest
1/14/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins today stood up for children in low-income families by voting against H.R. 2, the Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) Reauthorization Act, which would undercut the program's mission to provide health coverage to low-income children, while increasing the opportunity for fraud by enabling illegal immigrants to enroll in SCHIP.< Read more > -
Jenkins: Cover Low-Income, Uninsured Children First
1/13/2009"SCHIP was intended to provide high-quality health coverage to children in low-income families that can't afford private health insurance. The current SCHIP is set to expire at the end of March 2009, but before we consider any legislation to extend it, we must ensure the program is serving the neediest children first.< Read more > -
Manhattan Selected As Site for National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
1/13/2009"The selection speaks loudly to the leadership in animal health research and the animal health industry that Kansas has in the United States," Jenkins said. "K-State's internationally recognized animal health research expertise and research infrastructure, including the Biosecurity Research Institute and the National Agricultural Biosecurity Center, make it an exceptional location for the NBAF."< Read more > -
Jenkins Named to Financial Services Committee
1/8/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins was named to the House Committee on Financial Services, which oversees all aspects of the nation's housing and financial services sectors.< Read more > -
Jenkins: I Am Ready To Get To Work
1/6/2009Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement after being sworn in today as a member of the 111th Congress during official ceremonies at the United States Capitol< Read more >