So it has come to this: Our national mood has deteriorated to the point that it has become so partisan, so toxic and so contentious that dozens of civic groups have joined to promote a guide to keeping your Thanksgiving dinner conversation from degenerating into a shout-a-rama worthy of a cable news set.
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The GOP's tax overhaul bill passed the U.S. House on Thursday, with Ohio lawmakers falling along party lines for the vote. Republican Reps. Pat Tiberi and Steve Stivers voted for the bill and Democratic Rep. Joyce Beatty voted against.
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“Today, the House has taken another step in providing tax relief to the millions of individuals, families, and businesses who desperately need it. This tax reform bill will make America competitive again, bring jobs back our country, grow our economy, and put money in pockets of hard working taxpayers. As tax reform continues through the legislative process, I believe we can unite and pass this important legislation for the American people.”
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The following can be attributed to Congressman Steve Stivers (R-OH) regarding the House passage of the 21st Century Flood Reform Act: “This legislation gives homeowners certainty and solid ground to stand on by reauthorizing the National Flood Insurance Program and incorporating reforms to more accurately measure flood risk,” Stivers said. “These reforms will reduce the number of properties that file flood claims every year and allow homeowners to purchase private flood insurance – as opposed to...
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Recently, I had the opportunity to return to my alma mater, The Ohio State University, to participate in the Congressional Conversations series, presented by the Moritz College of Law and the John Glenn College of Public Affairs. It was a beneficial afternoon spent discussing the legislative process and the need for bipartisanship, and a great opportunity to engage with students. Whenever I visit any of the colleges or universities in the 15th District - Hocking College, Ohio Christian Universi...
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This week, Representative Steve Stivers (R-OH) introduced the Small Business Credit Availability Act along with Representatives Brad Sherman (D-CA), Patrick McHenry (R-NC), and Gwen Moore (D-WI). This bipartisan legislation will make important reforms to enable Business Development Companies (BDCs) to deploy more capital to America’s small and middle market companies, allowing them to meet their financing needs so they can grow their businesses and hire more workers.
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Today, the House of Representatives passed a bill (H.R. 1900) introduced by Representatives Steve Stivers (R-OH), Joyce Beatty (D-OH) and Pat Tiberi (R-OH) to designate the new museum and memorial being built in downtown Columbus as the “National Veterans Memorial and Museum.” This is following unanimous passage of the bill by the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs last week. The companion bill in the Senate has been introduced by Senators Rob Portman (R-OH) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH).
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“The Toys for Tots program is a great way to spread goodwill and make the holidays special for many children in our community. I’m proud to partner with the Marine Corps Reserves on this effort, and I encourage everyone who is able to consider donating,” Stivers said.
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Today, the House Committee on Veterans Affairs unanimously passed legislation (H.R. 1900) introduced by Representatives Steve Stivers (R-OH), Joyce Beatty (D-OH) and Pat Tiberi (R-OH) to designate the new museum and memorial being built in downtown Columbus as the “National Veterans Memorial and Museum.” The entire Ohio Delegation, Representatives Steve Chabot (R-OH), Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), Robert E. Latta (R-OH), Bill Johnson (R-OH), Bob Gibbs (R-OH), Warren Davidson (R-OH), Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Mike Turner (R-OH), Marcia Fudge (D-OH), Tim Ryan (D-OH), David Joyce (R-OH), Jim Renacci (R-OH), and Jim Jordan (R-OH), are cosponsors of this legislation.
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