Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after voting against HR 842, the PRO Act, citing its elimination of right-to-work laws in states like Oklahoma and support for union leaders over American workers.
“The so-called PRO Act is only PRO-union leaders,” said Rep. Hern. “American workers are left in the dust while President Biden and Speaker Pelosi cater to… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) led his colleagues on the Republican Study Committee’s Budget and Spending Task Force on a letter condemning the rampant spending in HR 1319, criticizing the bill for its lack of targeted aid and excessive price tag on issues unrelated to COVID-19.
“When I talk to Oklahomans about what’s in this bill, they’re horrified,” said Rep. Hern. “My constituents… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) delivered the following remarks at this morning’s House Committee on Ways and Means markup of multiple bills included in President Biden’s one-sided COVID-19 package.
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Rep Hern’s remarks as prepared:
Thank you, Chairman Neal and Ranking Member… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) introduced H.R. 814, the Union Accountability Act to the House of Representatives last week, a bill that would prevent taxpayer funds from being used to implement Biden’s Executive Order 14003, issued on January 22, 2021. President Biden’s latest action enables federal employees to spend most of their official time representing unions, instead of serving… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after voting against S. Con. Res. 5 – Sanders Budget Resolution.
“Congress spent nearly $4 trillion last year on COVID relief, and a large portion of those funds remain untouched,” said Rep. Hern. “Clearly, the Speaker’s tactics are not targeting aid where it is needed. Spending has become our biggest problem. President… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) announced that he will co-chair the House Small Business Caucus with Democrat Representative Chris Pappas (NH-01) for the 117th Congress. The Small Business Caucus is a bipartisan group of lawmakers committed to strengthening small businesses throughout the country.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the bedrock of the American Dream,”… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) introduced a package of Congressional reform legislation to the House today. The bills include a Constitutional amendment imposing term limits for all members of the House and Senate, as well as legislation to ensure Congress works to pass a budget and all appropriations bills on time, ending the revolving door between Congress and lobbying, eliminating… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after accepting a seat on the House Committee on Ways and Means.
“I am honored to join some of Congress’ brightest minds on its most historic and powerful committee,” said Rep. Hern. “Ways and Means controls tax and trade issues, which are incredibly important to the people of Oklahoma. It’s been 20 years since an… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s announcement of his intent to veto the Consolidated Appropriations Act last night.
“I agree with the President: the American people deserve more,” said Rep. Hern. “I am ready to return to Washington to work with him to pass his proposal to increase the funds returning to the American… Read more »
Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after voting for the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021.
“It’s been a long weekend in DC,” said Rep. Hern. “I’ve spent the weekend working to ensure key priorities were included in this funding deal, like funding for the new Tulsa VA hospital, construction of the border wall, raises for the military, and funds for… Read more »
