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Cole Supports Bipartisan, Bicameral Omnibus to Avoid Government Shutdown
December 11, 2014
Press Release
Washington, DC – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2015. Using the topline number and terms set in the Ryan-Murray budget agreement, the omnibus legislation fully funds the government at $1.013 trillion and prevents another government shutdown.
Issues:Economy & Small Business
Cole Manages Rule for Omnibus Spending Bill
December 11, 2014
Speech
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) managed the rule on the House floor for H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2015, and delivered opening remarks.
Issues:Economy & Small Business
Cole Appointed as Chairman of Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Subcommittee
November 20, 2014
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after he was appointed to serve as Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies.
Issues:Economy & Small Business
Chairman Rogers Announces Subcommittee Chairs for the 114th Congress
November 20, 2014
Press Release

Issues:Economy & Small Business
Budget Outlook Threatens National Security
October 20, 2014
Weekly Columns
With mounting global crises that threaten our nation’s safety and security, we must remember that we face an equal if not greater threat right here in our own country.
Issues:Economy & Small Business
Op-Ed in Journal Record: Ex-Im Bank benefits American economy
September 23, 2014
Weekly Columns

Journal Record - Congressman Tom Cole

Issues:Economy & Small Business
Ex-Im Benefits Small Business
September 22, 2014
Weekly Columns

As we navigate the waters of a still-struggling economy, the impact of potential solutions upon job creators and providers should be carefully considered. Whether in the short-term or long-term, any solutions should obviously help rather than hurt hardworking Americans. When the economic environment allows business owners and workers to thrive, the whole country feels the benefit.

Issues:Economy & Small Business
Cole Statement on Passage of H.J. Res. 124
September 17, 2014
Press Release
Washington, DC – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution for 2015. This legislation removes the threat of a government shutdown by providing funding through December 11, 2014; it also includes an amendment that approves the president’s request for authorization to combat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).
Issues:Economy & Small BusinessForeign Affairs
Cole Opening Remarks on H.J. Res. 124
September 16, 2014
Speech
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) offered the opening remarks today on the House Floor while managing the rule for H.J. Res. 124, the Continuing Appropriations Resolution for fiscal year 2015.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign AffairsEconomy & Small Business
Main Street Key to Economic Recovery
August 11, 2014
Weekly Columns

Throughout our nation’s history spanning more than 238 years, the United States has been recognized as a land of opportunity, where success can be achieved regardless of where you’ve come from. The American dream never fails to inspire old and young alike, and it will continue to motivate future generations to pursue big dreams, think creatively and foster new ideas.

Issues:Economy & Small Business