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February 18, 2008
Weekly Columns
As Spring Break approaches many Oklahomans are preparing to take family vacations, church mission trips or retreat to other sun-filled vacation spots. Groups are planning their trips outside of the country, but they may not be aware of recent passport changes announced by the Department of State.

February 14, 2008

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that he withdrew his name from the Appropriations race shortly before the Steering Committee meeting. The Steering Committee met this afternoon to select a replacement on the House Appropriations Committee following the departure of Roger Wicker.


February 12, 2008

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that he will be holding two town hall meetings in the metro area in mid-February. During the meeting Cole will talk with constituents, discuss federal legislation and hold a question and answer session.


February 11, 2008
Weekly Columns
In the next few months, soon-to-be high school graduates across the country are going to be weighing their college education options. One of the most practical deciding factors for most families and students is the cost of tuition at prospective schools.
Issues:Education

February 5, 2008
Weekly Columns
During his final the State of the Union address last week, the President voiced candid but optimistic words to the American people.

February 4, 2008

WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement today after the President submitted his fiscal year 2009 budget proposal to Congress.

"The President's budget serves as a useful starting point for a debate over our nation's fiscal priorities. I am pleased that his recommendations include securing our borders, strengthening our national security and addressing the country's economic uncertainties."


January 29, 2008

WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) gave the following statement today following the passage of H.R. 5140, the Economic Stimulus Package. The bill is designed to boost the economy, create jobs and give money back to America's taxpayers.


January 28, 2008

WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) made the following statement about the President's State of the Union Address to the nation.


January 28, 2008
Weekly Columns
In August, Congress acted in a bipartisan fashion to pass a temporary law called the Protect America Act. This policy amended a number of out-of-date intelligence laws and gave our country's intelligence officials the legal ability to use advanced information-gathering techniques to monitor the communications of dangerous foreign enemies.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs

January 24, 2008

WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) announced today the names of students who have been nominated from the Fourth Congressional District for entry into one of America's prestigious military academies. The schools who participate in the Congressional nomination program are the U.S. Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military Academy at West Point and the Naval Academy.