Weekly Updates

The simple truth is that with high gas prices, the economy’s recovery is stunted. Congress must ensure that government policies aren’t contributing to these rising energy costs, and has to take action to promote an atmosphere where pain at the pump isn’t continually controlling folks’ budgets. Read more »

The fabric of our nation’s freedom was sewn by our veterans; it is essential that we treat them with the respect and dignity they have earned and deserve. Read more »

Health care costs in this country are continuing to rise, and it is critical that we address this in a responsible, targeted way that truly reduces the burden of health care expenses on our citizens. Read more »

Fiscal prosperity isn’t going to be preserved or sustained simply through a federal budget. We count on the innovators in this country to live their dreams, to start their own business or invent something that changes lives. Read more »

Accountability and transparency have been largely absent from political conversations, and I am committed to restoring common-sense principles to the actions of Congress. Read more »

I enjoyed spending last Monday in Fredericksburg meeting with constituents and receiving constructive feedback on what folks want to see happening in Washington. As Congress considered a variety of issues, I take those helpful suggestions and put them into action in my work as the representative of America’s First District. On Wednesday, I supported several bills aimed at curbing… Read more »

By taking significant steps in harnessing alternative sources of energy, we can decrease overall energy costs for Americans. Read more »

Of the common sense solutions Congress must pursue this year, fulfilling its primary Constitutional responsibility of passing a budget must be the starting point. Read more »

Restoration of the Chesapeake Bay is a priority to me, and I will continue to work to ensure that all partners are doing their part to protect and restore this critical natural resource for now and future generations. Read more »

Like many of you, I have been very frustrated in the last few weeks as Congress has tried to complete its work on extending much needed tax relief for hard working families across this nation. Once again, negotiations were taken to the brink, this time as the deadline approached on the payroll tax holiday, unemployment benefits, and Medicare physician repayments. While the process as a… Read more »