• Medicare Changes Could Mean Fewer Options, Higher Prices
    Dec 29, 2006  - A popular talking point for Democrats is their desire to “fix” Medicare by imposing price controls on prescription drugs for American seniors. Of course they don’t say that -- they say they want the federal government to “negotiate” with pharmaceutical companies. Such a scheme would take a wreckin... More
  • Boehner Statement on the Passing of Former President Gerald Ford
    Dec 27, 2006  - House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) issued the following statement on the passing of former President Gerald Ford: “Gerald Ford served his Michigan constituents and the American people with great distinction as Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, as Vice President, and as... More
  • Boehner Statement on President Bush’s Comments About Possible Legislation to Increase the Minimum Wage
    Dec 20, 2006  - House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) today issued the following statement on President Bush’s comments about possible legislation to raise the minimum wage:"Earlier this year, House Republicans voted overwhelmingly to pass a jobs-neutral bill that would have raised the minimum wage without de... More
  • Boehner Statement on Proposal to Create Select Intelligence Oversight Panel
    Dec 14, 2006  - U.S. House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) today issued the following statement after Speaker-elect Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) offered a proposal to create a Select Intelligence Oversight Panel:“I appreciate the incoming Speaker’s efforts to reach out to Republicans in hopes of continuing to improve ... More
  • Boehner Announces New Spokesman for Republican Leader’s Office
    Dec 13, 2006  - U.S. House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) today announced that Brian Kennedy will serve as his Spokesman and Press Secretary, replacing Kevin Madden, who recently joined the staff of Governor Mitt Romney (R-MA). Boehner issued the following statement:“As we work to earn the majority back, Re... More
  • Boehner Praises Passage of Tax Relief, Health Savings Account Measure
    Dec 8, 2006  - House Majority Leader John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement after the House passed the Tax Relief and Health Care Act (H.R. 6111):“By extending important tax relief for working families, House Republicans are ensuring that those who keep our economy moving forward get to keep a little... More
  • Republicans Ratify Committee Ranking Members
    Dec 7, 2006  - House Majority Leader John Boehner (R-OH) issued the following statement today after House Republicans ratified their slate of ranking Republican committee members:“I’m pleased we now have our new team fully in place – both our elected leaders and new ranking Republicans of each committee. We are c... More
  • Boehner Statement on the Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act
    Dec 6, 2006  - House Majority Leader John Boehner (R-OH) issued the following statement after the House voted on the Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act (H.R. 6099):“I believe human life begins at conception, and I believe the laws of our nation should be laws that respect and cherish the sanctity of human life. ... More
  • Boehner Statement on Iraq Study Group Recommendations
    Dec 5, 2006  - House Majority Leader John Boehner (R-OH) today issued the following statement on the Iraq Study Group (ISG) recommendations:“The American people are understandably concerned about our mission in a post-Saddam Iraq. There have been many tough days since Iraq’s liberation and transition to a soverei... More
  • ANTICIPATED FLOOR SCHEDULE: WEEK OF DECEMBER 4, 2006
    Dec 4, 2006  - Monday, December 4, 2005 On Monday, the House is not in session. Tuesday, December 5, 2005 On Tuesday, the House will convene at 10:00 AM for legislative business. Suspensions (16 bills): 1)H.R. 5076 – National Transportation Safety Board Amendments Act of 2006 (Rep. Young {AK} – Trans... More