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May 23, 2014
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Earlier this year, I announced my Regulation Rewind project with the goal of identifying and addressing government-imposed burdens on the Third District.
Issues:AgricultureEconomySmall Business
May 19, 2014
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On May 26th we will celebrate Memorial Day, a national holiday to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
Issues:DefenseVeterans
May 9, 2014
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Along with Obamacare, unanswered questions regarding the 2012 terrorist attack in Benghazi, Libya and political targeting by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are contributing to this growing distrust.
Issues:DefenseHomeland SecurityTaxesWays & Means
May 1, 2014
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A boom in American energy production has, in many cases, exceeded capacity in existing pipelines and forced energy producers to turn to rail and trucking.
Issues:EnergyTransportation
April 25, 2014
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The Second Amendment to our Constitution guarantees the right to keep and bear arms. I remain committed to protecting our Second Amendment rights.
Issues:Second Amendment
April 17, 2014
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Last week, the House of Representatives passed a budget plan which honestly accounts for the federal government’s spending, proposes solutions to balance the budget in 10 years, and grow our economy.
Issues:BudgetEconomyJobs
April 11, 2014
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It has been more than six months since the Obamacare online exchanges opened and I continue to hear from Nebraskans about the problems and price increases they are experiencing because of the law.
Issues:Health CareWays & Means
April 4, 2014
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Tax Day – April 15 – is quickly approaching and many Americans are still working to complete and file their 2013 tax returns.
Issues:TaxesWays & Means
March 28, 2014
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The United States was founded in part on the idea of religious freedom. It is no coincidence the First Amendment to the Constitution ensures the ‘free exercise’ of religion.
Issues:Health Care
March 20, 2014
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Americans will celebrate National Agriculture Week from March 23-29 to recognize the contributions of farmers, ranchers, and supporting industries to our economy and well-being.
Issues:Agriculture