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Trump Administration Better for Biofuels

October 27, 2017 Article

As we approach the holiday season, many Nebraskans are planning their travels. Increased fuel demand is a reminder of how important it is for our country to utilize every available energy source, as more choices for consumers typically lead to lower costs.

Issues:

Agriculture, Economy, Energy, Rural Development

Reminders of Reagan on Tax Reform

October 20, 2017 Article

As our united effort to overhaul the tax code continues this fall, we are reminded of what took place 31 years ago when President Ronald Reagan signed the last comprehensive tax reform bill into law on October 22, 1986.

Issues:

Economy, Taxes, Ways & Means

Assistance for Seniors with Medicare Choices

October 13, 2017 Article

Medicare open enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, during which time seniors have the opportunity to review Medicare Advantage and/or Part D prescription drug plans to ensure their current selections still meet their needs or to enroll for the first time.

Issues:

Health Care

Budget Passage Paves the Way for Tax Reform

October 6, 2017 Article

We know we can’t tax our way out of debt. The best way to bring down the deficit is by growing the economy through better tax policy and holding the line on spending. This is why the House fulfilled its constitutional power of the purse by passing the Fiscal Year 2018 budget resolution during the first week of October.

Issues:

Budget, Taxes, Ways & Means

Focusing on the Future

September 29, 2017 Article

There is not enough long-term thinking in Congress. With tax reform, we can and must change this mentality. Focusing on the future will deliver more economic growth and greater opportunity for generations to come.

Issues:

Economy, Jobs, Small Business, Taxes, Ways & Means