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No Energy But Foreign Energy in Democrat Bill

Posted by Speaker Boehner Press OfficeJanuary 17, 2007General

Today, House Democrats will bring to the floor H.R. 6, abill that will raise energy prices for American consumers, stifle domesticenergy production, and increase our dependence on foreign sources of energy.

Taxing American Energy Raises the Price of Energy for WorkingAmericans

H.R. 6 imposes more than $6.5 billion in new taxes onAmerican energy producers which will lead to higher gas prices and higher homeheating bills for American consumers.

Boehner: House Democrats are “short-circuiting democracy,” breaking promises

Posted by Speaker Boehner Press OfficeJanuary 17, 2007General

This morning, House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) gave the following speech on the House floor, calling on the new Majority to live up to the promises and commitments it made to engage in an open, full, and fair debate and allow all members to participate in the legislative process. The transcript of the speech is provided below.

Boehner Supports Johnson Bill to Oppose Efforts to Cut Funding for America’s Troops in Harm’s Way

Posted by Speaker Boehner Press OfficeJanuary 16, 2007Press Release

House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) issued the following statement expressing strong support for legislation set for introduction today by Rep. Sam Johnson (R-TX) – a distinguished Vietnam War veteran – to ensure the Congress does not cut off or restrict funding for America’s troops who are in a combat zone:

“This important bill deserves the support of all my colleagues, Republicans and Democrats alike.

Boehner Supports GOP Proposal to Make College More Affordable

Posted by Speaker Boehner Press OfficeJanuary 16, 2007Press Release

House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) today issued the following statement after supporting a measure designed to benefit students and their families struggling to meet educational expenses:

“Today House Republicans offered a proposal to make college more affordable for those pursuing higher education. The Republican proposal would generate savings that could be used to increase need-based aid, such as Pell Grants, by lowering college loan interest rates for both college graduates who earn less than $65,000 and all active duty members of our Armed Forces.

House Republicans to Introduce Bill Protecting Troops From Funding Cuts

Posted by Speaker Boehner Press OfficeJanuary 16, 2007General

At a press conference this morning, House RepublicanLeader John Boehner (R-OH) announced HouseRepublicans will offer a bill to ensu