WASHINGTON, DC – In this week’s Republican address, the authors of more than a dozen House-passed jobs bills call on President Obama and Senate Democrats to act and match the House’s focus on the economy.
At the conclusion of the address, Education & the Workforce Committee Chairman John Kline (R-MN) says, “These are only some of the many bills we’ve passed to provide new hope to families, workers, and students across the country. More are in the works. Because our focus, day in and day out, is on building a stronger economy and a better America. It’s time for President Obama and Senate Democrats to step up and make that their priority too.”
The audio of the weekly address is available here. The video will be available tomorrow morning at 6:00 am ET on Speaker.gov and GOP.gov.
Weekly Republican Address
Speaker’s Ceremonial Office
Washington, DC
May 10, 2014
House Ways & Means Committee Chairman Dave Camp (R-MI): “Nothing is more important than preserving the American Dream for our kids and grandkids. That’s why Republicans are relentlessly focused on building a strong economy that produces good jobs and lasting opportunities. The trouble is, that task gets harder and harder each time the powers-that-be in Washington won’t act on a good idea. Here’s what I mean.
“I’m Dave Camp from Michigan. 14 months ago, the House passed H.R. 890, my bill to protect reforms that have helped thousands of welfare recipients find jobs and lift their families out of poverty. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-NC): “I’m Virginia Foxx from North Carolina. 14 months ago, the House passed H.R. 803, my bill to help more American workers gain the skills and education necessary to compete for in-demand jobs. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and the Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Lee Terry (R-NE): “Hello, I’m Lee Terry from Nebraska. 12 months ago, the House passed H.R 3, my bill to build the Keystone XL pipeline and support more than 42,000 direct and indirect jobs. Americans are still waiting for the president and the Senate Democrats to act. It’s time to build the Keystone pipeline.”
Rep. Martha Roby (R-AL): “I’m Martha Roby from Alabama. 12 months ago, the House passed my bill H.R. 1406, to allow private sector workers to take advantage of the comp time benefits public employees enjoy. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV):“Hi, I’m Mark Amodei from Nevada. Eight months ago, the House passed H.R. 761, my bill to facilitate the development of strategic and critical minerals used to support American manufacturing jobs. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and the Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Bill Flores (R-TX): “Hi, I’m Bill Flores from Texas. Seven months ago, the House passed H.R. 2481, my bill to provide our servicemembers with tools that will help them find good jobs when they return home. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and the Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Doug Lamborn (R-CO): “I’m Doug Lamborn from Colorado. Six months ago, the House passed H.R. 1965, my bill to make it easier to develop our resources so we can lower energy costs and reduce our dependence on foreign oil. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-VA): “I’m Bob Goodlatte from Virginia. Five months ago, the House passed H.R. 3309, my bill to promote innovation and job creation by helping businesses defend themselves against abusive patent litigation. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. George Holding (R-NC):“I’m George Holding from North Carolina. Ten weeks ago, the House passed H.R. 2804, my bill to rein in red tape and increase the transparency of new regulations so small businesses can better plan ahead. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Rodney Davis (R-IL): “I’m Rodney Davis from Illinois. Eight weeks ago, the House passed H.R. 3474, my bill that would incentivize small businesses to hire more of our veterans. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Bill Johnson (R-OH): “I’m Bill Johnson from Ohio. Six weeks ago, the House passed H.R. 2824, my bill to fight back against the administration’s War on Coal that’s destroying jobs and causing electricity prices to skyrocket. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Todd Young (R-IN): “I’m Todd Young from Indiana. Five weeks ago, the House passed H.R. 2575, my bill to restore the working hours and wages that millions of part-time employees lost because of Obamacare. Americans are still waiting for President Obama and Senate Democrats to act.”
Rep. Kevin Brady (R-TX): “I’m Kevin Brady from Texas. Yesterday, the House passed H.R. 4438, my bill to permanently extend the research & development tax credit so we can keep good ideas and good jobs right here at home.”
House Education & the Workforce Committee Chairman John Kline (R-MN): “I’m John Kline from Minnesota. Yesterday, the House passed H.R. 10, my bill to strengthen charter schools and encourage more choice and opportunity in our education system.
“These are only some of the many bills we’ve passed to provide new hope to families, workers, and students across the country. More are in the works. Because our focus, day in and day out, is on building a stronger economy and a better America. It’s time for President Obama and Senate Democrats to step up and make that their priority too. Thank you for listening, and of course, Happy Mother’s Day.”
