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February 23, 2015
Weekly Columns

After six weeks primarily devoted to legislative business in Washington, it was a welcome change to have a full week in Oklahoma devoted to meetings with constituents. When I travel across the Fourth District, I am always inspired by the spirit and can-do attitude of our small business entrepreneurs.


February 13, 2015
Weekly Columns

In the global war on terror, the United States has no better ally and friend than the State of Israel. Surrounded by enemies intent on destroying them, Israel has more at stake in this war than any other nation in the world. Moreover, our two nations share a commitment to living peaceably, fighting terrorism, defending freedom and protecting democracy.

Issues:Foreign Affairs

February 11, 2015
News Stories

The Oklahoman - Chris Casteel

President Barack Obama on Wednesday asked Congress for official permission to use military force against the Islamic State, but some Democrats called the president’s proposal too broad and Republicans complained of its limitations.

Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs

February 11, 2015
Washington, DC – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed S.1, the Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act. This Senate-passed legislation would force construction approval of the Keystone XL pipeline and remove the presidential permit requirement. In light of today’s passage in the House, the bill will be sent to the president’s desk for consideration.

February 11, 2015
News Stories

NewsOK - Chris Casteel

Sen. Jim Inhofe, a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, on Wednesday criticized President Barack Obama’s draft resolution requesting congressional authorization to use military force against the Islamic State, also called ISIL and ISIS.

Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs

February 11, 2015
Washington, DC – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the president submitted a request to Congress for authorization for the use of military force (AUMF) against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).

February 9, 2015
Weekly Columns

During a quick glance of the news, it’s impossible to ignore the mounting crises overseas, like the dangerous uprising of terrorists groups in the Middle East and mobilization of pro-Russia rebels in Ukraine.

Issues:Economy & Small Business

February 5, 2015
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement of support after the U.S House of Representatives passed H.R. 527, the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act. Along with instructing federal agencies to look at the economic impact of regulations on small businesses, it requires that agencies conduct reviews of current rules.

February 4, 2015
News Stories

The Oklahoman - Chris Casteel

The Air Force cemented a lucrative and long-term commitment to Tinker Air Force Base and the local community on Wednesday, officially accepting land on which to build the repair center for the next generation of aerial refueling planes.

Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs

February 3, 2015
News Stories

New York Times - Robert Pear

The House passed a bill on Tuesday to repeal the Affordable Care Act for the first time in the new Congress, but Democrats appeared to show more zeal in defending the law than Republicans did in trying to get rid of it.

Issues:Healthcare