Showing posts with label Cornyn. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cornyn. Show all posts
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Fiscal Issues Week Focus of Senator Cornyn
With the current economic turmoil faced by our nation being prominent in the news, U.S. Senator John Cornyn has focused his website on fiscal issues for our nation. I am privileged to have a guest post on the Senator's site which can be viewed here. I appreciate the Senator's efforts to bring these vital issues to the public's attention during this election season. He has been a strong advocate for fiscal conservatism and I believe will continue to bring that message to the Senate as we send him back for a second term. Thank you Senator for your efforts!
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Get Out the Military Vote
U.S. Senator John Cornyn has developed a new website to help our military to be able to vote in the upcoming Presidential election. It is a portal to important information and critical dates to ensure that their vote will count. Please get the word out to any military personnel that may have questions about their voting rights. It can be accessed at www.texasmilitaryvote.com.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
What? No Action? Shame on Congress
Fuel prices continue to receive attention from Senator Cornyn.
Sen. Cornyn: Congress Should Not Leave Town Without Addressing High Gas Prices
Says Texans, and all Americans, Deserve and Demand Action from Congress
Monday, July 28, 2008
WASHINGTON—With the Senate scheduled to adjourn this Friday for a month-long recess, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, Vice-Chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, said today that the Senate should not leave Washington without addressing the number one economic issue facing our country: high gas prices.
“I do not understand how in good conscience Congress could leave town for a month without having acted on the number one issue facing Americans today. Sky-high gas prices are crippling the budget of millions of families and small businesses. The American people, including my constituents in Texas, are looking to Congress and demanding answers.
“Senate Republicans have...(complete news release here).
Sen. Cornyn: Congress Should Not Leave Town Without Addressing High Gas Prices
Says Texans, and all Americans, Deserve and Demand Action from Congress
Monday, July 28, 2008
WASHINGTON—With the Senate scheduled to adjourn this Friday for a month-long recess, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, Vice-Chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, said today that the Senate should not leave Washington without addressing the number one economic issue facing our country: high gas prices.
“I do not understand how in good conscience Congress could leave town for a month without having acted on the number one issue facing Americans today. Sky-high gas prices are crippling the budget of millions of families and small businesses. The American people, including my constituents in Texas, are looking to Congress and demanding answers.
“Senate Republicans have...(complete news release here).
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Petition for More Domestic Energy Production
Senator Cornyn continues to fight for more domestic energy production.
Sen. Cornyn, GOP Leaders Accept Petition Calling for More American Energy Production to Help Lower Gas Prices
More Than 1.3 Million Americans Sign Petition Demanding More American Energy Production From Democrats Who Control Congress
Tuesday, July 15, 2008WASHINGTON—At an event on Capitol Hill earlier today, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, Vice Chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, joined members of the House and Senate GOP leadership in accepting the signatures of more than 1.3 million Americans who have signed a petition demanding that Congress increase production of American energy to help reduce gas prices. The petition will be delivered to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev.
Sen. Cornyn made the following statement...(complete news release here).
Sen. Cornyn, GOP Leaders Accept Petition Calling for More American Energy Production to Help Lower Gas Prices
More Than 1.3 Million Americans Sign Petition Demanding More American Energy Production From Democrats Who Control Congress
Tuesday, July 15, 2008WASHINGTON—At an event on Capitol Hill earlier today, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, Vice Chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, joined members of the House and Senate GOP leadership in accepting the signatures of more than 1.3 million Americans who have signed a petition demanding that Congress increase production of American energy to help reduce gas prices. The petition will be delivered to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev.
Sen. Cornyn made the following statement...(complete news release here).
DOI Supportive Statement to OCS Drilling
As part of the Administration, it is certainly expected that the Secretary would support the President's decision. However, I do applaud the Secretary for his statement. He didn't have to say anything.
Developing these resources in an environmentally responsible manner is important to America's energy future. I hope that Congress will move forward and lift their ban as well.
On this issue, U.S. Senator John Cornyn is hosting "Energy Independence Days" with guest posts by the likes of Governor Mike Huckabee, Newt Gingrich and soon-to-come, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. Head on over and join the discussion.
Secretary Kempthorne Statement on President’s Action Toward Expanding Domestic Energy Production
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne today issued the following statement in response to the President’s announcement that he intends to lift the Executive prohibition on Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) energy exploration:
“I applaud...(complete statement here).
Related: U.S. Senator John Cornyn has a guest post at RedState.
Developing these resources in an environmentally responsible manner is important to America's energy future. I hope that Congress will move forward and lift their ban as well.
On this issue, U.S. Senator John Cornyn is hosting "Energy Independence Days" with guest posts by the likes of Governor Mike Huckabee, Newt Gingrich and soon-to-come, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. Head on over and join the discussion.
Secretary Kempthorne Statement on President’s Action Toward Expanding Domestic Energy Production
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne today issued the following statement in response to the President’s announcement that he intends to lift the Executive prohibition on Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) energy exploration:
“I applaud...(complete statement here).
Related: U.S. Senator John Cornyn has a guest post at RedState.
Friday, July 11, 2008
Energy Independence Days
U.S. Senator John Cornyn has declared war on our dependence on foreign oil. He has created a special emphasis on his website called “Energy Independence Days” in which there will be a series of posts including videos from Senator Cornyn on the subject of how we might achieve our Energy Independence.
I am thankful that the Senator has taken the best interests of the American people to heart and created this opportunity for the people of this state and nation to have input, as he helps through his leadership, to set our lawmakers on course to address this critical issue. I pray that solutions can be developed through the private and public initiatives that are a hallmark of this great nation. I am humbled to have the opportunity to provide a guest post to the Senator’s website. Thank you Senator Cornyn for all that you do for our state and our country.
I am thankful that the Senator has taken the best interests of the American people to heart and created this opportunity for the people of this state and nation to have input, as he helps through his leadership, to set our lawmakers on course to address this critical issue. I pray that solutions can be developed through the private and public initiatives that are a hallmark of this great nation. I am humbled to have the opportunity to provide a guest post to the Senator’s website. Thank you Senator Cornyn for all that you do for our state and our country.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
U.S. Senator Cornyn on Ethanol
U.S. Senator John Cornyn has graciously provided the guest posting below.
Hello Panhandle Poet readers…it’s a privilege to guest post here.
I wanted to touch base with you regarding an issue which is very pressing in the Panhandle, ethanol.
When first introduced to the marketplace, it was hoped that ethanol would help revitalize rural America, lower the price we pay at the pump and reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
That’s a worthy goal, yet the government’s focus on ethanol has produced a problem. There have been unintended adverse consequences to our economy from the focus on ethanol production. Chiefly, since February of 2006 the combined price of corn, wheat and soybeans has increased more than 416 percent.
For this reason and many more, I co-sponsored legislation which was introduced recently to freeze the renewable fuel standard corn-based ethanol mandate at current 2008 levels.
In the panhandle, like other places, the effect of ethanol production has been mixed. While a few have benefitted from it, a great many others have suffered.
As more and more farmers grow corn for ethanol production, cattle feeding ration prices have shot sky high. Mandates, along with the high cost of fuel, are squeezing every bit of profit out of cattle feedlots today.
As consumers continue to see rising food and fuel prices, freezing the corn-based ethanol mandate will allow us to re-evaluate the consequences of using food for fuel and determine the best way forward. Texas will remain a leader as we work to diversify our nation’s energy supply to include alternative and renewable sources, but in the meantime Congress must exercise its oversight role to ensure there are no further unintended consequences. A freeze of the mandate will allow time for necessary assessments and reduce increasing grocery, grain and feed prices.
Last year, the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) provided the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority to waive the mandates, or adjust them as necessary to provide relief for consumers.
Last month, I joined Sen. Hutchison and others in sending a letter to EPA Administrator requesting an update on the pending rule-making process for the waiver of all or portions of the ethanol mandate passed by Congress in 2007. The letter also urged the EPA to consider the sharp rise in food prices as they review the mandate.
Freezing the mandate at its current level for one year is not a long term solution, but it is a good start towards finding one.
My heartfelt thanks go to the Senator for addressing this issue and for providing this post.
Also posted on:
Panhandle's Perspective
Panhandle Poetry and Other Thoughts
Hello Panhandle Poet readers…it’s a privilege to guest post here.
I wanted to touch base with you regarding an issue which is very pressing in the Panhandle, ethanol.
When first introduced to the marketplace, it was hoped that ethanol would help revitalize rural America, lower the price we pay at the pump and reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
That’s a worthy goal, yet the government’s focus on ethanol has produced a problem. There have been unintended adverse consequences to our economy from the focus on ethanol production. Chiefly, since February of 2006 the combined price of corn, wheat and soybeans has increased more than 416 percent.
For this reason and many more, I co-sponsored legislation which was introduced recently to freeze the renewable fuel standard corn-based ethanol mandate at current 2008 levels.
In the panhandle, like other places, the effect of ethanol production has been mixed. While a few have benefitted from it, a great many others have suffered.
As more and more farmers grow corn for ethanol production, cattle feeding ration prices have shot sky high. Mandates, along with the high cost of fuel, are squeezing every bit of profit out of cattle feedlots today.
As consumers continue to see rising food and fuel prices, freezing the corn-based ethanol mandate will allow us to re-evaluate the consequences of using food for fuel and determine the best way forward. Texas will remain a leader as we work to diversify our nation’s energy supply to include alternative and renewable sources, but in the meantime Congress must exercise its oversight role to ensure there are no further unintended consequences. A freeze of the mandate will allow time for necessary assessments and reduce increasing grocery, grain and feed prices.
Last year, the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) provided the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority to waive the mandates, or adjust them as necessary to provide relief for consumers.
Last month, I joined Sen. Hutchison and others in sending a letter to EPA Administrator requesting an update on the pending rule-making process for the waiver of all or portions of the ethanol mandate passed by Congress in 2007. The letter also urged the EPA to consider the sharp rise in food prices as they review the mandate.
Freezing the mandate at its current level for one year is not a long term solution, but it is a good start towards finding one.
My heartfelt thanks go to the Senator for addressing this issue and for providing this post.
Also posted on:
Panhandle's Perspective
Panhandle Poetry and Other Thoughts
Friday, May 23, 2008
Senator Cornyn Visits With Bloggers
Yesterday I had the privilege of participating in a conference call with U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX). It was an invitation only call issued to members of his blog roll.
I appreciate the Senator’s interest in keeping the members of his constituency informed through the new medium of bloggers. He closed his call by thanking bloggers for their role in sharing the news of what is happening in the world without the slanted agenda that is often behind the reporting of main-stream media.
The Senator opened the call with remarks about the Supplemental Troop Funding bill which passed the Senate by a 75-25 vote yesterday. He expressed his disappointment that the bill was saddled with an excessive number of non-defense related items that were added by members whose special interests overrode their concern for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. They saw the sure passage of the measure as an easy means of adding pork-barrel items with little threat of veto due to the imminent need for the funding.
Also included on the bill was a modernization of the GI Bill-of-rights. He indicated that he believed such modernization was necessary and proper yet did not seem to be fully pleased with some of the provisions in the bill.
The Senator also remarked about the rising cost of gasoline and the impact that it was having on our lifestyles and our economy. It seems that the agenda of many of the Democrats in positions of power is overriding the common sense of developing our own resources in a sensible manner. While recognizing the need for conservation, we must develop domestic oil supplies from proven reserves as well as encourage the construction of additional domestic refining capacity. These items would help alleviate prices through a focus on the supply side of the equation. It will be necessary to expand our domestic supply to help offset the growing international demand from countries such as China whose economy is requiring energy at an increasing rate.
After his opening remarks, the Senator opened the call to questions from participants. The questions ranged from the vote to override the President’s veto of the Farm Bill (voted yes to override), to additional questions about energy (including the impact of the ethanol mandates) and gun-control.
On the question of ethanol, the Senator noted that the mandates were a perfect example of unintended consequences. He especially noted the negative impact to water and land demands and their impact on food prices through competing away acreage from the production of other crops. He also noted the negative impact to livestock and poultry producers through the escalating price of feed. He, along with several other Senators, has requested the EPA to adjust the mandates according to the provision in the original enabling legislation that allows them to do so.
He also noted that the ethanol mandates have caused many to behave illogically. He specifically cited a story released through Bloomberg on Wednesday, about the Postal Service driving ethanol powered vehicles that were 28% less efficient than similar gasoline powered vehicles. They were burning more fuel to travel the same distance.
I appreciate the Senator’s willingness to take the time to visit with the blogging community. I look forward to the next opportunity. If you are interested in joining the Senator Cornyn blogging community, contact Vincent@johncornyn.com.
Also posted on Panhandle Poetry and Other Thoughts.
I appreciate the Senator’s interest in keeping the members of his constituency informed through the new medium of bloggers. He closed his call by thanking bloggers for their role in sharing the news of what is happening in the world without the slanted agenda that is often behind the reporting of main-stream media.
The Senator opened the call with remarks about the Supplemental Troop Funding bill which passed the Senate by a 75-25 vote yesterday. He expressed his disappointment that the bill was saddled with an excessive number of non-defense related items that were added by members whose special interests overrode their concern for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. They saw the sure passage of the measure as an easy means of adding pork-barrel items with little threat of veto due to the imminent need for the funding.
Also included on the bill was a modernization of the GI Bill-of-rights. He indicated that he believed such modernization was necessary and proper yet did not seem to be fully pleased with some of the provisions in the bill.
The Senator also remarked about the rising cost of gasoline and the impact that it was having on our lifestyles and our economy. It seems that the agenda of many of the Democrats in positions of power is overriding the common sense of developing our own resources in a sensible manner. While recognizing the need for conservation, we must develop domestic oil supplies from proven reserves as well as encourage the construction of additional domestic refining capacity. These items would help alleviate prices through a focus on the supply side of the equation. It will be necessary to expand our domestic supply to help offset the growing international demand from countries such as China whose economy is requiring energy at an increasing rate.
After his opening remarks, the Senator opened the call to questions from participants. The questions ranged from the vote to override the President’s veto of the Farm Bill (voted yes to override), to additional questions about energy (including the impact of the ethanol mandates) and gun-control.
On the question of ethanol, the Senator noted that the mandates were a perfect example of unintended consequences. He especially noted the negative impact to water and land demands and their impact on food prices through competing away acreage from the production of other crops. He also noted the negative impact to livestock and poultry producers through the escalating price of feed. He, along with several other Senators, has requested the EPA to adjust the mandates according to the provision in the original enabling legislation that allows them to do so.
He also noted that the ethanol mandates have caused many to behave illogically. He specifically cited a story released through Bloomberg on Wednesday, about the Postal Service driving ethanol powered vehicles that were 28% less efficient than similar gasoline powered vehicles. They were burning more fuel to travel the same distance.
I appreciate the Senator’s willingness to take the time to visit with the blogging community. I look forward to the next opportunity. If you are interested in joining the Senator Cornyn blogging community, contact Vincent@johncornyn.com.
Also posted on Panhandle Poetry and Other Thoughts.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Senator Cornyn Statement on Farm Bill
It still has to cross the President's desk but with enough votes for a veto override, it is likely this Farm Bill will become law.
Cornyn: Final Farm Bill Good For Texas Agriculture Community
Says Texas Farmers & Ranchers Will Benefit from Carefully-Crafted Compromise
Thursday, May 15, 2008WASHINGTON—U.S. Sen. John Cornyn expressed his support today for final Senate passage of The Food and Energy Security Act of 2007, H.R. 2419, more popularly known as the “Farm Bill.” With today’s approval vote by the Senate, and yesterday’s passage of this bill in the House, the legislation will now be sent to the President’s desk.
“Passage of this bill is an important and long-overdue step for Texas farmers and ranchers, providing them a stable policy moving forward. It’s not perfect but it represents a carefully-crafted compromise that will protect Texas agriculture, including family farms, strengthen key nutrition programs, and fight childhood obesity.
“One in every seven Texans can trace their employment to agriculture. In...(complete news release here).
Cornyn: Final Farm Bill Good For Texas Agriculture Community
Says Texas Farmers & Ranchers Will Benefit from Carefully-Crafted Compromise
Thursday, May 15, 2008WASHINGTON—U.S. Sen. John Cornyn expressed his support today for final Senate passage of The Food and Energy Security Act of 2007, H.R. 2419, more popularly known as the “Farm Bill.” With today’s approval vote by the Senate, and yesterday’s passage of this bill in the House, the legislation will now be sent to the President’s desk.
“Passage of this bill is an important and long-overdue step for Texas farmers and ranchers, providing them a stable policy moving forward. It’s not perfect but it represents a carefully-crafted compromise that will protect Texas agriculture, including family farms, strengthen key nutrition programs, and fight childhood obesity.
“One in every seven Texans can trace their employment to agriculture. In...(complete news release here).
Monday, April 21, 2008
Trade, Texas, Security and Prosperity
Senator Cornyn speaks again about the political maneuvering by Nancy Pelosi regarding the Columbian Free Trade Agreement.
Trade boosts Texas prosperity, national security
Monday, April 21, 2008
By: Sen. John Cornyn
From its beginning as a state, Texas has prospered through trade. Texans work hard and efficiently, and what we produce is highly valued around the globe.
In the early days of Texas statehood, cotton was king, and most of it was exported to mills abroad. Then came the Texas cowboy and cattle drive era, the beginning of our international beef industry.
Today, Texas leads all states in exports of goods, ranging from...(complete article here).
Trade boosts Texas prosperity, national security
Monday, April 21, 2008
By: Sen. John Cornyn
From its beginning as a state, Texas has prospered through trade. Texans work hard and efficiently, and what we produce is highly valued around the globe.
In the early days of Texas statehood, cotton was king, and most of it was exported to mills abroad. Then came the Texas cowboy and cattle drive era, the beginning of our international beef industry.
Today, Texas leads all states in exports of goods, ranging from...(complete article here).
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Cornyn Comments on Colombia Free Trade Agreement
The more that I look into the Colombia Free Trade Agreement, the more I realize how important it is to agriculture -- and not only agriculture, but other industries as well. A large portion of our trade with Colombia is currently agricultural products. As the news release points out, this agreement is actually better for the U.S. in many ways than most trade agreements that come before Congress. Currently there are tariff barriers to many U.S. products going into Columbia which would be removed under this bill. On the other hand, there currently are no tariffs on the primary products that Columbia ships to the U.S. If Nancy Pelosi wasn't playing political power games with this agreement rather than allowing the representatives of the American people to vote on it, we would all soon benefit from its likely passage. Instead, we are caught once again in the power struggle between those who would wield their power in the interest of their own personal gain or the gain of very narrow interest groups rather than in the interest of the majority of the people. I applaud Senator Cornyn for standing up and expressing his views on this important economic issue for the American people.
Cornyn Urges Congress To Pass U.S. - Colombia Free Trade Agreement
Says accord will boost Texas jobs, America’s security
Monday, April 14, 2008
WASHINGTON—U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, a member of the President’s Export Council, on Monday urged Democrat House Leader Nancy Pelosi to reconsider her obstruction of the U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement, which would boost Texas job opportunities and bolster America’s national security.
Sen. Cornyn said Texas sends $2.3 billion in goods to Colombia, but America currently faces unilateral tariffs on those products. The accord levels the playing field and creates jobs and opportunity here in the United States, he added. “Last year, Texas led the nation in exports to Colombia… This agreement will remove those tariffs and allow U.S. manufacturers to sell even more goods to this large and growing market. And when...(complete news release here).
Cornyn Urges Congress To Pass U.S. - Colombia Free Trade Agreement
Says accord will boost Texas jobs, America’s security
Monday, April 14, 2008
WASHINGTON—U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, a member of the President’s Export Council, on Monday urged Democrat House Leader Nancy Pelosi to reconsider her obstruction of the U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement, which would boost Texas job opportunities and bolster America’s national security.
Sen. Cornyn said Texas sends $2.3 billion in goods to Colombia, but America currently faces unilateral tariffs on those products. The accord levels the playing field and creates jobs and opportunity here in the United States, he added. “Last year, Texas led the nation in exports to Colombia… This agreement will remove those tariffs and allow U.S. manufacturers to sell even more goods to this large and growing market. And when...(complete news release here).
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Congressional Earmarks
I try to stay away from political posts on this blog but, Congressional Earmarks is an issue that afffects all of us and every industry. Please take a look at my post on Panhandle Poetry and Other Thoughts concerning the issue. It includes a link to Senator John Cornyn's (R-TX) post on the subject.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
A New Blog in the Blogosphere
Senator John Cornyn of Texas has started a new blog because he recognizes that there are times that only bloggers are getting out the real story. Check out his blog here.
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