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. Continue reading
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.
Congresswoman Walorski Tours Plymouth Sites for Anti-Hunger Research
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski toured Washington Discovery Academy in Plymouth on Tuesday to assess nutrition programs.
Elected Representatives Speak Out on Keystone XL Rejection
Indiana’s elected representatives in Washington are speaking out against a decision by the Obama Administration to reject the construction of the U.S. portion of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
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Rep. Walorski Recognizes Plymouth HS Principal with Congressional Record
A surprise school assembly on Tuesday morning saw Plymouth High School Principal James Condon recognized.
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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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Walorski Talks Agriculture At Farm Bureau Luncheon
2nd District Congresswoman Jackie Walorski is looking for ways to enhance agricultural industries.
The South Bend Republican appeared in Plymouth yesterday as part of an agriculture tour. The congresswoman is visiting nearly a dozen businesses, farms, and venues in two days in an effort to learn more about the industry and perhaps garner sufficient information to influence policy.
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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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