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Keeping the Social Security Promise

February 20, 2015 Article

For generations, Americans have paid taxes into Social Security with the expectation the program will be there if they need it when they get older. Without reform, the Social Security Trust Fund will continue toward insolvency.

Issues:

Social Security, Ways & Means

Preserving a Legacy of Opportunity

February 13, 2015 Article

Nebraska’s pioneer history demonstrates what can happen when people are empowered by opportunity. Simplifying the tax code and pursuing domestic energy solutions are just two of many initiatives I am working on to encourage economic growth.

Issues:

Economy, Energy, Taxes

Finding Solutions After CoOportunity’s Failure

February 6, 2015 Article

The abrupt collapse of CoOportunity Health exemplifies Obamacare’s unsustainable cycle of spending and mandates, and has left tens of thousands of Nebraskans once again searching for insurance with even fewer options.

Issues:

Health Care

Growing Nebraska Agriculture Through Trade

January 30, 2015 Article

In my role on the House Ways and Means Committee, I have the opportunity to help ensure trade initiatives keep Nebraska competitive in our global economy.

Issues:

Agriculture, Trade

A Bold Agenda for America’s New Congress

January 23, 2015 Article

The annual State of the Union Address is a great tradition and an excellent opportunity for the President to lay out his agenda to the Congress and more importantly to the American people.

Issues:

Budget, Defense, Economy, Health Care, Jobs, Taxes, Ways & Means