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As I drive around Southwest Virginia, like you, I can see that gas prices are climbing higher and higher. In Virginia, the average price for a gallon of gas is around $3.80. The nationwide average is closer to $3.88. From the cost of groceries to a vacation, skyrocketing gas prices are straining the pocketbooks of all families and businesses. Read more »

Normally, we only hear about the businesses that are failing, but there are real life success stories in Southwest Virginia. Despite difficult economic times and extensive government regulation, some businesses in the region are still managing to hire and expand operations. Companies like these that have weathered the economy and are getting people back to work are investing in new employees and the community as a whole. Read more »

This week Congress passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government through the remainder of fiscal year 2011. Read more »

I came to Washington to make responsible, principled, and fact-based decisions for the 9th District. Since taking office in January, I’ve made it a priority to read and analyze the bills and amendments coming before Committee or on the House floor. Read more »

During my years as Majority Leader in the Virginia House of Delegates it became clear that for too long states have faced costly federal mandates and burdensome regulations. For the most part, the states have had no choice but to comply. Read more »

This past Wednesday marked the one year anniversary of ObamaCare. This is one anniversary I won’t be buying chocolates for. Read more »

Many of my constituents have shared with me that the federal government needs to move faster when it comes to getting America’s fiscal house in order. Read more »

Over the past several years, the federal government has spent money at a record pace. While there is no simple or single fix to the problem, eliminating waste, fraud and abuse in the government is a good starting point. Read more »

2011 Congressional Art Competition Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students. This competition allows Members of Congress the opportunity to showcase artwork of high school students in our nation’s capital. It is an exciting way for a student from Southwest Virginia and the Alleghany Highlands to represent the… Read more »

Congress must focus on policies that create jobs, not obstacles. Small businesses are the very backbone of our economy. Over the past several years in Washington, many federal policies have done more to hurt job creation than help. Read more »