CAPITOL CORNER: New Year, New Republican Congress January 6, 2015 marks a new era for the Republican party – it’s not only the first day of session in the 114th Congress, but it’s the day the Republicans take back control of both chambers. It’s the day we get our nation headed back in the right direction. The American people had their voices heard this past November. They don’t want Executive Orders, they don’t want the EPA reaching into their farmland, and they don’t want the IRS fear mongering and targeting them for their political beliefs. They want government bureaucrats out of their healthcare, they want to increase American made energy, and most importantly, the American people want job stability. Republicans plan to do just that. This spring we have the opportunity to return to regular order, meaning we can address the deficit and out of control government spending through smaller appropriations bills. By passing bills individually instead of package deals, we can cut wasteful spending in departments and agencies to reduce the size of the government. The new Senate majority has also announced it will start with approving the long overdue construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. It will boost thousands of much needed direct and indirect jobs that have been stalled by President Obama and Senate Democrats for six years. Keystone XL pipeline provides stability, something many Americans haven’t experienced for years. Dozens of other jobs and energy bills that have passed the House and have been sitting on Minority Leader Harry Reid’s desk finally have a chance at helping Americans and businesses get back on the right path. I look forward to working with my colleagues in both the House and Senate to find solutions for all Americans. We will focus on empowering citizens both at work and home, building a healthy economy, holding government accountable, and promoting opportunity for all. 2015 is fresh start for our nation, and I will continue to fight for a better America for our children and grandchildren.
Posted on: Mon, 05 Jan 2015 14:10:35 +0000
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