Press Releases

Thank goodness the U.S. House of Representatives decided to rein in the overreaching authority of the EPA by a bi-partisan vote. Unless Congress intervenes, the EPA’s efforts to impose a cap-and-trade style agenda will drive electricity rates even higher. Read more »

I support our troops. The bill passed today by the House fully funds the Department of Defense through the end of this fiscal year and ensures that our troops are paid on time. Read more »

I support the troops, I support the mission, and I support the Constitution of the United States of America. Read more »

Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students. It is open to all high school students, grades 9-12, who live in the 9th Congressional District. Read more »

For too long, states have faced costly federal mandates and burdensome regulations. The states have had no choice but to comply. Read more »

Many prayers were answered in the Big Stone Gap community today. Mr. Davis’ release from a Pakistani prison is certainly welcome news. Read more »

As long as Congress is cutting spending, the American people are winning. While this short term CR is not the ideal solution, it is a step to address the situation. Read more »

One of my first votes in the U.S. House of Representatives was to repeal ObamaCare. While the repeal passed the House, the Senate has failed to take action. Read more »

My sympathies go out to the families of those affected by yesterday’s horrific shooting. I was deeply saddened to learn that two deputies had been killed and two seriously injured in the line of duty. Read more »

An unchecked EPA is the real threat to air quality. Read more »