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Brett Guthrie is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Kentucky's 2nd congressional district since 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he has focused on various issues including healthcare, education, and economic development. Guthrie has been involved in securing Medicaid for vulnerable populations, emphasizing support for mothers, children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Throughout his tenure, he has worked on legislation aimed at improving the quality of life for his constituents in Kentucky.
I believe the health care bill passed last year will not only burden American families but will also bankrupt already struggling State governments. It has been estimated that the health care bill will saddle Kentucky with a $303 million…
I appreciate the opportunity to be here to offer my thoughts and prayers for Gabby, our colleague. Like all of us, any interaction I ever had with her was always pleasant and memorable, and I look forward to her returning. I pray for her…
On April 5 of this year, tragedy struck Montcoal, West Virginia. On that day, an explosion at the Upper Big Branch coal mine killed 29 miners and provided a stark reminder that coal mining is a profession marked by risk and danger. And…
In my district, unemployment is the number one issue like it is across the country. And not just hearing from people looking for jobs but talking to people who want to provide jobs. And they are concerned about the tax increases that could…
Just Friday I was in my district in Barren County, Kentucky--voted the number one rural county in America to live in--and I was at the Chamber of Commerce. I sat and talked at a roundtable with business leaders, people who own franchises…
I stand before the House today to talk about when I was making the decision whether or not to run for office, my wife and I talked about it. We had young children and were concerned about what a campaign and being in Washington back and…
About 1 month ago was Tax Day, the day that hardworking Americans sent their money to Washington. And sadly, the President and the Democrat majority in Congress continue to advocate for policies that increase taxes and add more government…
I have always liked to describe the process I have seen in the last few weeks of trying to put a bill together like putting a puzzle together, but forcing pieces together and trying to make them fit. And in the end, the puzzle doesn't have…
Everyone wants to make health care more affordable and more accessible, but for the past year, the majority has been working on pieces of a puzzle they call health care reform. And now that their puzzle is complete, the picture doesn't…
I rise today in support of this House Resolution 1089, recognizing the 150th anniversary of Augustana College. Augustana College was founded by Swedish Lutheran settlers in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Rock Island, Illinois, in 1875…
I rise today in support of House Resolution 1167, expressing support for the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day. Social workers are an important part of communities throughout the Nation and they…
I rise today in support of House Resolution 1043 recognizing Brescia University for 60 years of leadership in higher education. Brescia University, located in Owensboro, Kentucky, has provided quality liberal arts education and worked to…
In closing, and I should have said before about Boise State, they had an outstanding team this year. And I also want to close with Texas. I didn't mention the University of Texas. What a quality program, quality athletes, quality coach…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of House Resolution 1008, honoring the contributions of Catholic schools. January 31 through February 6 has been designated Catholic Schools Week. 2010 marks the 36th annual Catholic Schools Week…
I rise today to support this House resolution, congratulating the Flint native Mark Ingram, University of Alabama sophomore and running back, on winning the 2009 Heisman Trophy, honoring both his athletic and academic achievements. On…
I think the number one issue for all of us regardless of where we stand is how do we make college more affordable?
I have heard a lot from the teachers in Kentucky about a program called Best in Class...
I have been pleased to hear that the Secretary asserts that there will be an effort to continue working with state-based non-profit organizations.
February 12 is going to be an interesting day in Kentucky. On February 12, at the birth place of Abraham Lincoln, we're going to have a ceremony celebrating the 200th birthday of our great President. And we had planned for it to be at the…
I rise in support of H.R. 912, the Airline Flight Crew Technical Corrections Act. At issue is the fact that some airline personnel are subject to a unique scheduling process in which they are paid for being on-call but, in some cases, are…
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