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Frankly Speaking - Constituent Services
Obamacare and Gun Control: Main Concerns at Recent Town Hall Meetings
May 6, 2013During the most recent district work period, I hosted town hall meetings in Canadian, Creek and Lincoln counties. I enjoyed visiting with constituents at these meetings and gaining knowledge on their interests. As I went from one community to another, constituents voiced concerns on an array of different topics ranging from the U.S. budget deficit to local issues, however; there were two overarching topics that seemed to be of particular interest – Obamacare and gun control.
Filed under: Constituent Services, Economy, General, Health Care, TaxesApplication Process Begins for United States Service Academies
Mar 15, 2013In my role as a United States Congressman, I have the honor of nominating young men and women from Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District to attend the United States Service Academies. I am pleased to announce the application process for this year’s academies has begun, and I encourage students in my district to apply for this great chance to serve our country.
Filed under: Constituent Services, General2013 Congressional Art Competition Begins
Mar 8, 2013I am excited to announce the kick-off of this year’s Congressional Art Competition, which is sponsored by the Congressional Art Caucus. The application process has begun and this is a great opportunity for high school students who are interested in art.
Filed under: Constituent Services, GeneralWashington D.C. Internship Opportunities
Oct 18, 2012I am currently urging all college-aged students in Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District to apply for the spring 2013 internship in my Washington, D.C. office. I believe internships are a great way for students to learn how to be successful when they step out of school and begin a full-time job. In the past, I have had many bright students intern in my office, and I look forward to having more in the future.
Filed under: Constituent Services, GeneralAmerican Energy: Obama’s Actions Speak Louder Than His Words
May 17, 2012Washington, D.C. - President Barack Obama has been hitting the campaign trail hard touting his administration’s “all-of-the-above” energy policy. Unfortunately, when it comes to domestic energy, his actions speak louder than his words.
Filed under: Agriculture, Agriculture Committee, Constituent Services, Economy, EnergyWashington D.C. Internship Opportunities
Oct 31, 2011I know many college students are either required or encouraged to do an internship at some point during their undergraduate study. I believe internships are a great way for students to learn how to step out of school and be successful in a full-time working environment. I am urging all college-aged students in Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District to apply for the spring 2012 internship in my Washington D.C. congressional office.
Filed under: Constituent ServicesApply for One of the United States Service Academies
Sep 20, 2011I am pleased to announce our office is now accepting applications from students in Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District to be nominated for the 2011 United States Service Academies. As your Congressman, I have the honor of nominating young men and women from the Third Congressional District to attend our nation’s service academies each year. I am encouraging students to apply for this opportunity to get a first-rate education and serve our country by attending a service academy.
Filed under: Constituent ServicesCongressional Art Contest Application Process Begins
Mar 11, 2011I am pleased to announce that the application process for the annual Congressional Art Contest has begun.
Filed under: Constituent ServicesBe All That You Can Be: Apply for One of Our Nation's Service Academies
Aug 6, 2010During the month of August, thousands of students will pile into their cars and begin a new life at an institute of higher education. Some will travel out of state, and some will stay here in Oklahoma. And a select few will the opportunity to not only get a first-rate education, but to also serve their country by attending one of our nation’s service academies.
Filed under: Constituent ServicesThe 2010 Census: Its Your Constitutional Duty
Mar 12, 2010“Representatives shall be apportioned among the several States according to their respective numbers, counting the whole number of persons in each State.”
-The United States Constitution