April 30, 2012
Last week, comments surfaced by Environmental Protection Agency's Region VI Administrator Al Armendariz, whose region included Texas, in which he compared his "philosophy" towards regulating the oil and gas industry to those of the Romans when conquering Turkish villages. This vindictive and politically-motivated approach proves that he is unable to appropriately carry out his duties and I am pleased that he chose to resign.
Armendariz's comments to "crucify" oil and gas companies serve as yet another example of the EPA and Obama Administrations' unprecedented overreach into the lives of the American people, job creators and our economy. The oil and gas industry is a top job creator in Texas, employing over 209,000 people, and it contributes more than $201 billion to our state's economy. With a national unemployment rate above 8% for over three years, the EPA should encourage domestic energy production and work with private-sector companies to promote safe and effective means for securing our nation's vast energy resources while empowering them to invest in the American economy.
Despite his resignation, Armendariz's comments highlight the Obama Administration's continued assault on employers and domestic energy. I will continue to stand up for Texas jobs by fighting against this unacceptable behavior and mentality towards the oil and gas industry. Texans, and all Americans, deserve better than an EPA that refuses to acknowledge the critical role this industry plays in our national economy.
Click here to read the letter I signed with 27 of my colleagues in response to Al Armendariz's comments last week.
August 1 , 2011
Obama Tax Increase Idea Proven Job-Killer
Article written by Congressmen Pete Sessions (TX-32) and John Shimkus (IL-19) printed in The Daily Caller on Thursday, July 28, 2011
Over the last few weeks, President Barack Obama has adamantly supported raising taxes on corporations and small businesses that employ millions of American workers as a precondition for cutting our bloated federal spending.
To see the real-world effect of this proposal on jobs and the economy, President Obama’s home state provides a useful and cautionary example.
This past January, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed into law a 67 percent increase in the state personal income tax rate and a 45 percent increase in the state corporate tax rate. Between its passage and June, Illinois lost 56,223 jobs, according to statistics released last week.
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November 2, 2010
Thank You!
This election is a victory for North Texans. Together, they have rejected the job-killing, tax-and-spend policies of Washington Democrats—demanding smaller, more accountable government that respects their individual liberties.
Serving in Congress is my highest honor, and I am proud to once again have the strong support of the people of the 32nd Congressional District. With Americans across the nation, we are ushering in a new Congress that promises to retire Speaker Nancy Pelosi, dismantle the Democrats’ big-government agenda, and pave a new way forward for job creation and American prosperity.
Our nation faces difficult decisions ahead, but Republicans are ready to lead with a commitment to listening to the American people. Together, we can ensure that America’s best days lie in our future.
May 17, 2010 - POLITICO
GOP will hook Dems with health care
Late on the night of March 21, Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and President Barack Obama were celebrating the end of a nearly yearlong quest to pass a government takeover health care bill that the American people had already rejected.
While the champagne corks popped in the speaker’s office, the mood among rank-and-file Democrats was far more somber. Party leaders were rejoicing, but Democratic members, who’d had their arms twisted into voting for the bill, were more likely contemplating their next career move.
Stop the Obama / Pelosi Government Healthcare Takeover
August 14, 2009 - Dallas Morning News
Pete Sessions: Government-Run Care
Not Right For Us
Two weeks ago, I held a town hall meeting that drew an estimated 1,500 North Texans to Richardson City Hall. The families and people who attended were not pawns of the insurance industry or political extremists – they are the same hardworking, taxpaying citizens whom I have met at neighborhood walks, community barbecues and civic events throughout my 13 years of service in Congress.
This feedback is why I oppose the current government-run health care proposals barreling through Congress. Instead, I support common-sense, patient-centered solutions to make health care more affordable, reduce the number of uninsured and increase access to quality care.
Pete Sessions Plan for Job Creation
Read more about Pete Sessons plan for job creation.
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