Congress returns to session in Washington this week, and Congresswoman Jackie Walorski says the Zika virus will probably be one of the first problems under consideration in conference meetings.
Rep. Walorski says Combating Zika Crosses Party Lines
Debate Schedule under Scrutiny in 2nd District Congressional Campaign
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski has a challenger this November, but whether a debate among the candidates will take place in the coming months remains to be seen.
Rep. Walorski Encouraged by Therapeutic Community Approach
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski is “shocked” by the approach being used to treat drug addiction in Starke County.
Executive Action on Guns Draws Divided Reaction
Indiana’s elected representatives in Congress are reacting to action taken by President Barack Obama on the subject on guns.
Following statements made this week from the executive branch, Republican Senator Dan Coats said the President is trying to “sidestep Congress” to legislate. Coats went as far as to say that the changes proposed through executive action are unconstitutional.
Walorski Touts Farm Bill Efforts in Face of Local Crop Damages
Indiana has received a U.S. Department of Agriculture disaster declaration, but a federal representative says provisions in major legislation will also go a long way toward helping Hoosier farmers.
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Rep. Walorski Aims for Proactive Approach to Prevent Detrimental Regulation
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski says she wants to be more proactive when acting on federal regulation that could harm economic growth.
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Congresswoman Promotes Tax Deduction Incentive to Combat Food Insecurity
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski was in Mishawaka yesterday to promote a tax deduction sought for permanent extension.
According to a press release, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that encourages donations. The bill, also known as the Fighting Hunger Incentive Act permanently extends the deduction for businesses to donate food inventory to local food pantries.
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Rep. Walorski Looks For Key Goals in SOTU
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski had a few goals in mind prior to Tuesday night’s State of the Union Address.
Indiana’s 2nd District U.S. Representative has made a point of discussing what she considers an overreach of power through the President’s recent executive orders.
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Congresswoman Supports Measure Defunding Recent Executive Action
Indiana’s 2nd District Congresswoman is supporting a provision in the Homeland Security Appropriations Act that she hopes will help maintain the separation of powers in Washington.
The 114th Congress was sworn-in earlier this month following the November elections. With Republicans in the majority, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski says she voted to support the legislation – which appropriates funds for the operation of Homeland Security.
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