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H.R.1503 Presidential Eligibility Act
I am writing as your constituent in the 8th Congressional district of Indiana. I am writing as your constituent in the 8th Congressional district of Indiana. I support H.R.1503 - Presidential Eligibility Act, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
Sincerely,
James Barnett
Sincerely,
James Barnett
This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Richard Lugar [R, IN] on December 19, 2011.
Responding to your message
Dear Mr. Barnett:
Thank you for sharing with me your opposition to gay marriage. This
matter has received considerable attention as the Senate Judiciary
Committee advanced a proposal to repeal the federal Defense of Marriage
Act, which defines marriage for federal purposes as being between a man
and a woman and ensures that a state does not have to recognize same-sex
marriages sanctioned in another state.
The issue of gay marriage was first addressed by the United States
Senate in 1996, when I voted in favor of the Defense of Marriage Act.
This legislation passed the Senate by a vote of 85-14 and was signed
into law. I do not anticipate that the Defense of Marriage Act will be
repealed.
Additionally, you may be interested to know that I recently opposed
legislation to repeal the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy
which prohibits homosexuals from serving openly. At a time when so many
servicemembers are engaged in dangerous missions in Iraq and
Afghanistan, I remain concerned that this change will adversely affect
the unit cohesion and combat effectiveness of our military.
Thank you, again, for contacting me on this issue.
Sincerely,
Richard G.
Lugar
United
States Senator
RGL/cga
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This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Larry Bucshon [R, IN-8] on March 25, 2012.
Bucshon Bulletin: IPAB Repeal, Upcoming Events, & More
BUCSHON BULLETIN: Sunday, March 25, 2012
Fellow Hoosiers,
As Friday marked the two year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act
becoming law, I wanted to provide an update to the efforts being taken
on your behalf. This past week, I joined my colleagues in voting to
repeal a provision of the Affordable Care Act that would impact access
to healthcare for millions of seniors - the Independent Payment Advisory
Board (IPAB). This board of 15 unelected bureaucrats would get between
you and your doctor and cut Medicare in an effort to control costs by
rationing the care that seniors currently receive. This board is
appointed by the President and their decisions are difficult to
overturn, requiring a supermajority of Congress, leaving seniors and
doctors with no practical options.
In addition, the Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Proposal presented by House
Republicans on Tuesday repeals the Affordable Care Act. Finally, as we
look to the week ahead, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments
surrounding the constitutional challenges to the Affordable Care Act. I
am proud to have signed multiple amicus briefs to the Supreme Court
stating the law is unconstitutional and an infringement on personal
freedom and liberty.
Do you believe the Affordable Care Act should be ruled unconstitutional?
Yes
No
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Lastly, I would like to bring the 2012 Congressional Art Competition to
your attention. Each year, the Congressional Art Competition allows for
high school students across the 8th district to compete for an
opportunity to have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol
Building. Please visit my website to find out more details by clicking
here
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Sincerely,
Larry Bucshon, M.D.
P.S. - I spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives
supporting the repeal of IPAB. You can watch the video here
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Mark Your Calendar - Upcoming Events:
Terre Haute Jobs Fair
ov%2fjob-fair> Wednesday, April 11th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a
special hour for veterans beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Hulman Center, 200 N. 8th Street, Terre Haute
U.S. Service Academy Day
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Saturday, April 21st from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
VU Gibson County Center for Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics, 8100
South U.S. Highway 41, Fort Branch, Indiana 47648
Evansville Jobs Fair
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Tuesday, May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a special hour for
veterans beginning at 8:00 a.m.
C.K. Newsome Community Center, 100 E. Walnut Street, Evansville
Traveling Office Hours Program:
This is a chance to meet face-to-face with a Congressional staff member
to discuss issues, problems, or opinions regarding the federal
government.
Daviess County
Friday, March 30th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Jury Room of the Daviess County Courthouse, 200 East Walnut Street,
Washington, IN 47501
Greene County
Tuesday, April 3rd from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Linton Mayor's Office, 86 South Main Street, Linton, IN 47441
Parke County
Thursday, April 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Parke County Courthouse, 116 West High Street, Rockville, IN 47872
Owen County
Wednesday, April 11th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Owen County Courthouse, 60 South Main Street, Spencer, Indiana 47460
Putnam County
Wednesday, April 11th from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Putnam County Public Library, Rotary Room, 103 East Poplar Street,
Greencastle, IN 46135
Recent Press Releases:
Congressman Larry Bucshon Announces Annual Congressional Art Competition
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ional-art-competition> from 3-15-12
Congressman Larry Bucshon Comments on the February Jobless Rate
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This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Larry Bucshon [R, IN-8] on April 05, 2012.
BUCSHON BULLETIN: Terre Haute Jobs Fair, Traveling Office Hours, & More
BUCSHON BULLETIN: Thursday, April 5, 2012
Fellow Hoosiers,
With 37 consecutive months of an unemployment rate above 8 percent,
many Hoosiers have been struggling to find opportunities for meaningful
employment. That is why I am proud to host a Terre Haute Jobs Fair on
Wednesday, April 11th in conjunction with Indiana State University, the
City of Terre Haute, and WorkOne Western Indiana.
Throughout the region, many jobs are going unfilled. The Jobs Fair
will be held at the Indiana State University Hulman Center on 200 North
8th Street in Terre Haute. So far, more than 50 Hoosier businesses
have registered to participate in the Jobs Fair that will take place
from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a special hour for veterans beginning
at 1:00 p.m. If you or someone you know is searching for a job, I
encourage you to attend. There is no charge to participate in the
event.
Do you believe that federal regulations from Washington, D.C. hinder
job creation?
Yes
No
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Do you know someone that is currently unemployed?
Yes
No
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Please send the information regarding the Terre Haute Jobs Fair to your
friends and family and anyone you know that is looking for a job. I'll
have more details for the Evansville Jobs Fair on May 22nd in the near
future.
Sincerely,
Larry Bucshon, M.D.
P.S. - Friday, April 13th is the last day for high school students to
submit artwork for the 2012 Congressional Art Competition.
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Mark Your Calendar - Upcoming Events:
Terre Haute Jobs Fair
ov%2fjob-fair> Wednesday, April 11th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a
special hour for veterans beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Hulman Center, 200 N. 8th Street, Terre Haute
U.S. Service Academy Day
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Saturday, April 21st from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
VU Gibson County Center for Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics, 8100
South U.S. Highway 41, Fort Branch, Indiana 47648
Evansville Jobs Fair
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Tuesday, May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a special hour for
veterans beginning at 8:00 a.m.
C.K. Newsome Community Center, 100 E. Walnut Street, Evansville
In Case You Missed It - In the News:
Meeting with Holocaust survivors and touring CANDLES Holocaust Museum
in Terre Haute from NBC 2 WTWO on 4-4-12
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The Greene County Daily World was on hand during a stop by the Greene
County General Hospital from 4-3-12
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Independent Payment Advisory Board was picked up by The New York Times
on 3-22-12
Traveling Office Hours Program:
This is a chance to meet face-to-face with a Congressional staff member
to discuss issues, problems, or opinions regarding the federal
government.
Owen County
Thursday, April 12th and Wednesday, April 18th from 11:00 a.m. to
12:30 p.m.
Owen County Courthouse, 60 South Main Street, Spencer, Indiana 47460
Putnam County
Thursday, April 12th from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Putnam County Public Library, Rotary Room, 103 East Poplar Street,
Greencastle, IN 46135
Greene County
Tuesday, April 17th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Auditor Office, Greene County Court House, 1 East Main Street,
Bloomfield, IN 47424
Daviess County
Friday, April 20th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Jury Room of the Daviess County Courthouse, 200 East Walnut Street,
Washington, IN 47501
Pike County
Friday, April 20th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
City Hall, 704 Main Street, Petersburg, IN 47567
Recent Press Releases:
Congressman Larry Bucshon Votes for Path to Prosperity
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from 3-29-12
Congressman Larry Bucshon on Two-Year Anniversary of President Obama's
Health Care Law
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ident-obama%25E2%2580%2599s-health-care-law> from 3-23-12
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This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Larry Bucshon [R, IN-8] on May 03, 2012.
BUCSHON BULLETIN: Tax Reform Survey, Traveling Office Hours, & More
BUCSHON BULLETIN: Thursday, May 3, 2012
Fellow Hoosiers,
The last time the U.S. Senate passed a budget was April 29, 2009. It
has now been over 3 years since the Democrat controlled Senate has
fulfilled this basic, fundamental duty. Each year, the statutory
deadline for consideration of a budget is April 15th. For two
consecutive years, the U.S. House of Representatives has accomplished
this obligation. The House Republicans have voted to put our country on
a path to prosperity that cuts wasteful spending, reforms the tax code,
and encourages job creation. Hardworking Hoosiers must budget for their
families and the federal government should do the same.
The last update discussed Tax Day and Tax Freedom Day. Included was a
survey question regarding the current state of the tax code and less
than 1 percent of respondents felt the tax code should be left alone.
Based on your feedback, I've created a more in-depth survey on taxes
where you can provide your own thoughts on how the tax code impacts you
and your family.
Please click on this link to take the new website survey on Tax Reform.
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Finally, I was honored to be named a Conferee for the Surface Highway
Transportation Reauthorization just this past week. I am the only
member of the Indiana Delegation appointed to the Conference Committee
and the only Hoosier on the Committee on Transportation &
Infrastructure. I will be working hard to repair our nation's
infrastructure and using Indiana as an example to help create
legislation that will streamline the process and generate an environment
where the private sector and government can work together.
Sincerely,
Larry Bucshon, M.D.
P.S. - Go to my Facebook page to "Like" your favorite entrant in the
2012 Congressional Art Competition - voting ends TOMORROW, May 4th.
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Mark Your Calendar - Upcoming Events:
Evansville Jobs Fair
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Tuesday, May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a special hour for
veterans beginning at 8:00 a.m.
C.K. Newsome Community Center, 100 E. Walnut Street, Evansville
In Case You Missed It - In the News:
Speaking out against EPA's burdensome regulations on coal from News 25
WEHT/Local 7 WTVW
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Being named a Conferee for the Surface Highway Transportation
Reauthorization from the Evansville Courier & Press
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Traveling Office Hours Program:
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to discuss issues, problems, or opinions regarding the federal
government.
Knox County
Every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1500 N. Chestnut Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
Owen County
Wednesday, May 9th and Wednesday May 16th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Owen County Courthouse, 60 South Main Street, Spencer, Indiana 47460
Putnam County
Wednesday, May 9th from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Putnam County Public Library, Rotary Room, 103 East Poplar Street,
Greencastle, IN 46135
Greene County
Tuesday, May 15th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Auditor Office, Greene County Court House, 1 East Main Street,
Bloomfield, IN 47424
Parke County
Thursday, May 24th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Parke County Courthouse, 116 West High Street, Rockville, IN 47872
Recent Press Releases:
Congressman Larry Bucshon on Three Year Anniversary of Last Senate
Passed Budget
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st-senate-passed-budget>
Congressman Larry Bucshon Votes to Reduce Student Loan Debt Burden
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Congressman Larry Bucshon on 2012 Medicare Trustees Report
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This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Larry Bucshon [R, IN-8] on May 17, 2012.
Responding to your message
May 17, 2012
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Barnett,
Thank you for contacting me regarding H.R. 3783, the Countering Iran in
the Western Hemisphere Act of 2012. As your Congressman, it is
beneficial for me to hear your thoughts on this important issue.
H.R. 3783 was introduced by Representative Jeff Duncan (R-SC) on
January 18, 2011. If enacted, H.R. 3783 would make it a national
security priority to counter any hostile activity by Iran in the
Western Hemisphere. Iran continues to justify work on uranium
enrichment and their claims of a purely peaceful nuclear program clash
with their actions and has been met with worldwide skepticism. We must
make sure the dangerous tactics currently being employed by Iran do not
go unchecked. This legislation has passed out of the House Committee on
Foreign Affairs and will now head to the floor for a vote. Please be
assured I will keep your thoughts in mind.
It was good to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to contact me any
time you have an issue of concern before Congress. I encourage you to
visit my website at bucshon.house.gov
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Washington. Also, please take time to fill out my survey at
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honor to serve you and the people of the 8th District of Indiana.
Sincerely,
Larry Bucshon
Member of Congress
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Office Information
Evansville Office
101 NW Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Room 124
Evansville, IN 47708
Phone: (812) 465-6484
Fax: (812) 422-4761
Washington, DC Office
1123 Longworth HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-4636
Fax: (202) 225-3284
Terre Haute Office
901 Wabash Ave., Suite 140
Terre Haute, IN 47807
Phone: (812) 232-0523
Fax: (812) 232-0526
This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Larry Bucshon [R, IN-8] on May 17, 2012.
BUCSHON BULLETIN: Evansville Jobs Fair, Traveling Office Hours, & More
BUCSHON BULLETIN: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Fellow Hoosiers,
The unemployment rate has been over 8 percent for 39 consecutive months
beginning in February 2009. This is the longest stretch of high
unemployment since monthly records have been kept beginning in 1948. I
often get asked questions pertaining to the subject of where unemployed
or underemployed constituents can find jobs.
In conjunction with the City of Evansville and WorkOne Southwest, we
will host a Jobs Fair in Evansville on Tuesday, May 22nd. The Jobs
Fair will be held at the C.K. Newsome Community Center on 100 East
Walnut Street. A special hour for veterans of the Armed Services will
begin at 8:00 a.m. with the doors open to the general public from 9:00
a.m. to 12:00 p.m. At 8:00 a.m., Mayor Winnecke and I will speak to
employers and job seekers to help kick off the Jobs Fair.
To date, more than 35 regional businesses have signed up to participate
with more than 750 jobs available to be filled. If you are unemployed
or underemployed, I hope you can make it. If you know someone that is
looking for work, please share this information with them.
Of the following, which one do you think has the biggest impact on the
persistently high unemployment rate?
Increased Spending and Budget Deficits
Rising Health Care Costs
A Complex Tax Code
Government Regulations
Other
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Finally, I would like to congratulate the City of Princeton for being
named a 2012 Stellar Community by the Lt. Governor's office. I'd also
like to commend the City of Petersburg for being a finalist this year.
Sincerely,
Larry Bucshon, M.D.
P.S. - A special congratulations to Mollie Joice, a senior from Lincoln
High School in Vincennes, IN, for being named the winner of the 2012
Congressional Art Competition in Indiana's 8th Congressional District.
Her artwork is titled, "Coming Home From the War."
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Traveling Office Hours Program:
This is a chance to meet face-to-face with a Congressional staff member
to discuss issues, problems, or opinions regarding the federal
government.
Knox County
Every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1500 N. Chestnut Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
Parke County
Thursday, May 24th and Thursday, June 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Parke County Courthouse, 116 West High Street, Rockville, IN 47872
Greene County
Tuesday, June 5th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Linton Mayor's Office, 86 South Main Street, Linton, IN 47441
Owen County
Wednesday, June 13th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Owen County Courthouse, 60 South Main Street, Spencer, Indiana 47460
Putnam County
Wednesday, June 13th from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Putnam County Public Library, Rotary Room, 103 East Poplar Street,
Greencastle, IN 46135
Recent Press Releases:
Congressman Larry Bucshon Applauds Committee Passage of Prescription
Drug Bill
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Congressman Larry Bucshon Announces 2012 Congressional Art Competition
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Congressman Larry Bucshon Comments on the April Jobless Rate
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