Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C.-U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (R-Oklahoma) today voted to oppose H.R. 800, the so-called "Employee Free Choice Act". This legislation denies American workers the right to a secret ballot when voting on whether or not to form a union. Instead, union leaders would be able to simply gather signed authorizations, also know as card checks, designating the union.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Congressman Cole announced today that agencies in Cotton County seeking reimbursement from FEMA for expenses related to the latest ice storm must apply for assistance by March 3. All agencies that have already helped with the recovery efforts or those that might in the future must file a Request for Public Assistance by this deadline.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) today voted to secure $2 billion in tax cuts for small business owners across America. This legislation ensures that any increase in the minimum wage must be accompanied by tax relief for small businesses who will be forced to pay the costs of a wage increase.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) today opposed a resolution condemning actions directed by the President and his military advisors regarding the United States' continued involvement in Iraq. This resolution is widely believed to be the first step in an effort to cut off funding and resources for American troops in harm's way.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) today secured two commitments critical to the Lawton, Fort Sill and Elgin communities. In a House Armed Services Committee (HASC) hearing on the FY 08 Army budget request, Congressman Cole reiterated his concerns about BRAC funding and the status of the Future Combat Systems Non Line of Sight Cannon (NLOS-C).

WASHINGTON, D.C.- U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) released the following statement today after the President submitted his FY 2008 budget proposal.

WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole today pledged today to continue working to ensure that every county in Oklahoma in need of federal assistance from recent severe weather will receive the funds they need.

WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole announced today that he will be serving on the Armed Services and Natural Resources Committees in the 110th Congress. He will be returning to Armed Services and Natural Resources as an active and voting member after taking a leave of absence from the Armed Services Committee to serve on the Rules Committee in the 109th Congress.