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Preserving Our National Security
June 15, 2015
Weekly Columns

As Americans, we have the privilege of living in the greatest, safest and freest country in the world. But the peace of mind that we share is the result of the sacrifice and selfless service of those in our nation’s military. The price these brave individuals have paid in service is a debt that can never be fully repaid.

Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs
Bill to Stand Up for Native American Children is Introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives
June 12, 2015
Press Release
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp today announced that her bipartisan bill to improve the lives of Native children was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) helped introduce the bill in the Senate, where it unanimously passed less than two weeks ago.
Issues:Tribal Relations
Cole Amendment to Defense Appropriations Protects WCF Employees
June 11, 2015
Press Release
Washington, DC – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04), a member of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2685, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2016. The funding legislation seeks to maintain the nation’s readiness. It includes a 2.3 percent pay raise for military service members.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs
Cole: "WCF employees are already fully funded"
June 11, 2015
Speech
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) introduced an amendment on the House floor during consideration of the Defense Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2016. Cole's amendment was passed by voice vote and prevents the furlough of those employed under the Working Capital Fund (WCF), if sequestration is the reason for that action.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs
Cole Statement on Passage of THUD Appropriations Bill
June 10, 2015
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04), a member of the House Committee on Appropriations, released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2577, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies (THUD) Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2016. The legislation fulfills funding for the nation’s transportation and infrastructure and prioritizes housing projects with the greatest need or participation nationwide.
Issues:Transportation
Setting the Record Straight on TPA
June 8, 2015
Weekly Columns

For a while now, there have been thoughts, ideas, claims and all sorts of opinions floating around about Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) and whether or not it’s a good thing for America.

University of Oklahoma to receive NASA EPSCoR grant
June 4, 2015
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) listed the University of Oklahoma in Norman as an award recipient of NASA’s Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) to help further the agency’s mission.
Issues:Science and Technology
Cole Statement on Passage of CJS Appropriations Bill
June 3, 2015
Press Release
Washington, DC – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04), a member of the House Committee on Appropriations, released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2578, the Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2016. The legislation addresses federal programs and areas of government related to law enforcement, national security, scientific research and space exploration.
Issues:Science and Technology
Courts Prevent Obama’s Unilateral Action
June 1, 2015
Weekly Columns

As President Obama’s time left in office draws to a close, it’s clear that he’s grasping at any and all opportunities to leave a legacy. He has either refused to work with or negotiate with lawmakers in the present Congress or failed to encourage a previously split-party Congress to find compromise.

Issues:Immigration
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Books I'm Reading: June 2015
June 1, 2015
Books I'm Reading
As an eternal learner, I am constantly reading. I invite you each month to follow along with what I'm currently reading or check back quarterly for hand-picked selections of my favorites.