Press Releases
April 11, 2013
Only by delivering quality education for all our citizens from the earliest years to the college years can we ensure freedom, equality, and social mobility; to make opportunity real for each and every American, and continue to lead the world to economic security and lasting prosperity.
April 11, 2013
The Government must live up to its responsibility and provide for the eventual safe disposal of commercial spent fuel that is currently stored at these sites.
Issues:Energy and Water
April 11, 2013
The Department of Homeland Security has been asked to do more with less, requiring tough decisions.
Subcommittees
Issues:Homeland Security
April 11, 2013
DHS managed response to Hurricane Sandy with precision and timely and accurate information.
Subcommittees
Issues:Homeland Security
April 10, 2013
I share President Obama's commitment to replacing sequestration, a critical step for American families and our economic recovery.
April 10, 2013
They also create a level playing field for businesses who want to treat their employees fairly and decently. Without government establishing and enforcing basic standards, employers would find themselves at a competitive disadvantage relative to those who seek to profit by endangering and cheating workers. We would have a race to the bottom.
March 21, 2013
Like any compromise, this measure is far from perfect. Nevertheless, a government shutdown could wreak havoc on our already fragile economic recovery and must be prevented.
March 20, 2013
Diplomacy and development programs are critical to protecting our national security, maintaining U.S. global leadership, and promoting economic growth.
Issues:State, Foreign Operations
March 20, 2013
Cost overruns and schedule slips of the Department of Energy's major construction projects must be addressed.
Issues:Energy and Water
March 19, 2013
We must not turn our backs on those who are serving our country. That is one of many reasons why Congress should avoid full implementation of sequestration by passing a balanced plan that closes tax loopholes, trims entitlements, and slows future growth of spending.
Issues:Military Construction, VA