Columns

Thanking Those Who Fought for Freedom

July 2, 2015 Article

While enjoying patriotic Fourth of July traditions such as fireworks, parades, and cookouts with family and friends, we must remain mindful of those who risked everything to establish and preserve the freedoms we have as Americans.

Issues:

Veterans

Supreme Court Decision Reinforces Need for Patient-Centered Solutions in Health Care

June 26, 2015 Article

This week, the Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated ruling in King v. Burwell. Americans have awaited the Court’s decision for months, and many hoped this case could serve as a needed check on the Obama administration’s health care overreach. Unfortunately, the Court dealt a setback to both the rule of law and the American people by ruling in favor of the administration.

Issues:

Health Care, Ways & Means

Reducing Red Tape for Nebraska Agriculture

June 19, 2015 Article

Nebraska's Third District is the number one agriculture district in the country, but red tape churned out by the Obama administration threatens to undermine producers' success. While the rapid growth of government has impacted all economic sectors, many recent regulations have targeted American agriculture.

Issues:

Agriculture, Economy, Energy

Serving Nebraska's Third District

June 12, 2015 Article

Service is at the heart of my role as your representative in Congress. In addition to my legislative responsibilities, a significant part of my job is helping Third District residents access the federal government and get the responses they need.

Trade Promotion Authority reins in the Obama Administration

June 10, 2015 Article

There is a lot of misinformation going around about TPA, but here’s a fact: if we do not pass TPA now, we will not only sacrifice America’s opportunity to set the rules of the global marketplace, but we will also miss a rare window to bring accountability to an administration which has too often refused to acknowledge it.

Issues:

Trade