Press Releases
WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) recently co-sponsored the "Defund ACORN Act." This legislation calls for the federal government to cut financial ties with the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN). Cole has consistently condemned the housing association's abuses and wants the federal government to stop sending taxpayer dollars to ACORN and its affiliates.
WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement today denouncing efforts to condemn Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02).
Park Chosen to Appear on Coin
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement acknowledging the Chickasaw National Recreation Area and the recent decision by the Treasury Department to include the park's image on the Oklahoma quarter-dollar to be issued in 2011 as part of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program.
Congressman Calls for More Accountability in Presidential Appointments
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) recently cosponsored legislation calling for more transparency in Presidential appointments. Specifically, Cole cosponsored H.R. 3226, the "Czar Accountability and Reform Act of 2009," introduced by Representative Jack Kingston (GA-01). If passed, funding will be withheld from any task force, council, or czar that is not confirmed by the Senate.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement regarding President Obama's speech on health care given during a joint session of Congress.
"The American people do not want another speech. They want a sensible bipartisan health care plan that lowers costs, increases coverage and avoids tax increases or benefit cuts."
Ada and Ardmore Town Hall Location Changes Included
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that he will be adding an additional town hall meeting in Mustang, Okla., on Monday, August 24th from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Congressman Cole will be available to answer questions about federal legislation such as the health care bill. Rep. Cole will also have staff members on hand to answer specific questions related to federal casework.
Monday, August 24th
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Mustang Town Center
1201 N. Mustang Rd.
Mustang, OK 73064
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that he will be holding five town hall meetings in the month of August. Congressman Cole will be available to answer questions and address concerns about federal legislation. Members of Cole's staff will also be available to assist residents with federal casework.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today during the Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Committee markup, U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) worked with members of the Committee to redirect $10 million dollars of funding for pediatric cancer research and eradication efforts. Cole is Oklahoma's sole member of the House Appropriations Committee.
WASHINGTON – Today the House of Representatives passed H.Res.469, a resolution honoring the life and contributions of Wayman Tisdale. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) introduced the bill in May after Tisdale passed away.
"Wayman Tisdale was an outstanding athlete, a talented musician and an all-around inspiration to everyone who knew him or followed his extraordinary career," Congressman Cole said. "I am very pleased that this resolution has been passed in the House of Representatives. Wayman's life deserves to be acknowledged on the national stage."
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement today regarding H.R. 2454, the Waxman-Markey cap-and-trade bill.
"The President said it best: cap-and-trade legislation will cause utility rates to 'skyrocket,'" Congressman Cole said. "The national energy tax the House passed today will cause energy prices to rise and it will force American manufacturers to relocate to other countries - countries with far less stringent environmental regulations than exist in the United States today."