MATTHEW HALLETT

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related program; supported the Water Quality Investment Act (H.R. 1262) authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs. Advocated for significant water infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Supported the Water Protection and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 3202) which would establish a Water Protection and Reinvestment Fund to support investments in clean water and drinking water infrastructure; however, encouraged Congress to allow the fund to be used to build new water infrastructure projects. In it's current form the fund will only rehabilitate, repair, and enhance existing systems. Urged Congress to eliminate the state volume cap on private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in future jobs legislation (The Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act (HR 537)/Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 4849)).

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported proposals containing reasonable solutions to the uncertainty regarding the estate tax. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Support extension of depreciation bonus. Supported extension of section 179 expensing levels (H.R. 2847).

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related program; supported the Water Quality Investment Act (H.R. 1262) authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs. Advocated for significant water infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Supported the Water Protection and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 3202) which would establish a Water Protection and Reinvestment Fund to support investments in clean water and drinking water infrastructure; however, encouraged Congress to allow the fund to be used to build new water infrastructure projects. In it's current form the fund will only rehabilitate, repair, and enhance existing systems. Urged Congress to eliminate the state volume cap on private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in future jobs legislation (The Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act (HR 537)/Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 4849)).

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related program; supported the Water Quality Investment Act (H.R. 1262) authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs. Advocated for significant water infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Supported the Water Protection and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 3202) which would establish a Water Protection and Reinvestment Fund to support investments in clean water and drinking water infrastructure; however, encouraged Congress to allow the fund to be used to build new water infrastructure projects. In it's current form the fund will only rehabilitate, repair, and enhance existing systems. Urged Congress to eliminate the state volume cap on private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in future jobs legislation (The Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act (HR 537)/Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 4849)).

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related program; supported the Water Quality Investment Act (H.R. 1262) authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs. Advocated for significant water infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Supported the Water Protection and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 3202) which would establish a Water Protection and Reinvestment Fund to support investments in clean water and drinking water infrastructure; however, encouraged Congress to allow the fund to be used to build new water infrastructure projects. In it's current form the fund will only rehabilitate, repair, and enhance existing systems. Urged Congress to eliminate the state volume cap on private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in future jobs legislation (The Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act (HR 537)/Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 4849)).

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1586/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives. Advocated for significant infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Urged Congress not to enact a long-term extension of the current highway program (SAFETEA-LU).

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported proposals containing reasonable solutions to the uncertainty regarding the estate tax. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Support extension of depreciation bonus. Supported extension of section 179 expensing levels (H.R. 2847).

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Worked to prevent the enactment of language in the House and Senate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bills (H.R. 915 and H.R. 1586) that would hurt foreign and domestic repair stations, cause the collapse of bilateral aviation safety agreements (BASA) between the United States and foreign trading partners, and undermine the competitiveness of the U.S. aviation industry.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported proposals containing reasonable solutions to the uncertainty regarding the estate tax. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Support extension of depreciation bonus. Supported extension of section 179 expensing levels (H.R. 2847).

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related program; supported the Water Quality Investment Act (H.R. 1262) authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs. Advocated for significant water infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Supported the Water Protection and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 3202) which would establish a Water Protection and Reinvestment Fund to support investments in clean water and drinking water infrastructure; however, encouraged Congress to allow the fund to be used to build new water infrastructure projects. In it's current form the fund will only rehabilitate, repair, and enhance existing systems. Urged Congress to eliminate the state volume cap on private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in future jobs legislation (The Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act (HR 537)/Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 4849)).

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1586/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives. Advocated for significant infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Urged Congress not to enact a long-term extension of the current highway program (SAFETEA-LU).

Urged Congress to consider small business concerns before passing comprehensive health care reform legislation (H.R. 3590/H.R.3962); opposed language in the Senate health care legislation (HR 3590) that created a discriminatroy mandate against the construction industry, namely excluding the construction industry from the bills small business exemption.

Encouraging Congress to act on ensuring small businesses have access to capital during the credit crises (H.R. 3854).

Urged Congress to consider small business concerns before passing comprehensive health care reform legislation (H.R. 3590/H.R.3962); opposed language in the Senate health care legislation (HR 3590) that created a discriminatroy mandate against the construction industry, namely excluding the construction industry from the bills small business exemption.

Worked to prevent the enactment of language in the House and Senate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bills (H.R. 915 and H.R. 1586) that would hurt foreign and domestic repair stations, cause the collapse of bilateral aviation safety agreements (BASA) between the United States and foreign trading partners, and undermine the competitiveness of the U.S. aviation industry.

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1586/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives. Advocated for significant infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 (HR 2847), and the Senate jobs bill. Urged Congress not to enact a long-term extension of the current highway program (SAFETEA-LU).

Worked for enactment of HR 275 and S. 292, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Advocated in support of additional water infrastructure investment as provided for in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336). Supported the Water Quality Investment Act (HR 1262), authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs.

Supported the Water Quality Investment Act (HR 1262), authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs; supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs.

Supported the Water Quality Investment Act (HR 1262), authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs; supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs. Supported FY 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill (HR 3183/S. 1436), which includes funding for the construction of new water infrastructure projects and improve the nation's water infrastructure. Supported Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for FY 2010 (HR 2996) which includes Clean Water SRF and Drinking Water SRF funding and funding for direct grants to communities for water infrastructure.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincolun-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permaent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincoln-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permanent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. Urged Congress to reconsider the scope of the Dealer Floor Plan Pilot Initiative Program (DFP Pilot Program) by expanding it to include non-titled property registered under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filing system. Supported home purchase tax extension (H.R.3640).

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincoln-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permanent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. Urged Congress to reconsider the scope of the Dealer Floor Plan Pilot Initiative Program (DFP Pilot Program) by expanding it to include non-titled property registered under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filing system. Supported home purchase tax extension (H.R.3640).

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincolun-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permaent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported proposals containing reasonable solutions to the uncertainty regarding the estate tax. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the extension and expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback and home purchase tax extension (H.R. 3548). Support extension of depreciation bonus and section 179 expensing levels.

Advocated for tax provisions contained in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336) including: a one-year extension of the 50 percent depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels, expansion of the $7,500 home purchase tax credit for middle-income, first-time homebuyers, permanent repeal of the government contractor withholding tax, and extension of the net operating loss carry-back period to five years. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292).

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs. Supported FY 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill (HR 3183/S. 1436), which includes funding for the construction of new water infrastructure projects and improve the nation's water infrastructure. Supported Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for FY 2010 (HR 2996) which includes Clean Water SRF and Drinking Water SRF funding and funding for direct grants to communities for water infrastructure. Advocated for significant water infrastructure funding in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 and Senate jobs bill. Supported the establishment of a Clean Water Trust Fund (H.R. 3202).

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincoln-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permanent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. Urged Congress to reconsider the scope of the Dealer Floor Plan Pilot Initiative Program (DFP Pilot Program) by expanding it to include non-titled property registered under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filing system. Supported home purchase tax extension (H.R.3640).

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincolun-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permaent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported proposals containing reasonable solutions to the uncertainty regarding the estate tax. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the extension and expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback and home purchase tax extension (H.R. 3548). Support extension of depreciation bonus and section 179 expensing levels.

Advocated for tax provisions contained in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336) including: a one-year extension of the 50 percent depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels, expansion of the $7,500 home purchase tax credit for middle-income, first-time homebuyers, permanent repeal of the government contractor withholding tax, and extension of the net operating loss carry-back period to five years. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292).

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincoln-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permanent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. Urged Congress to reconsider the scope of the Dealer Floor Plan Pilot Initiative Program (DFP Pilot Program) by expanding it to include non-titled property registered under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filing system. Supported home purchase tax extension (H.R.3640).

Supported the Water Quality Investment Act (HR 1262), authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs; supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs.

Supported the Water Quality Investment Act (HR 1262), authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs; supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs. Supported FY 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill (HR 3183/S. 1436), which includes funding for the construction of new water infrastructure projects and improve the nation's water infrastructure. Supported Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for FY 2010 (HR 2996) which includes Clean Water SRF and Drinking Water SRF funding and funding for direct grants to communities for water infrastructure.

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs. Supported FY 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill (HR 3183/S. 1436), which includes funding for the construction of new water infrastructure projects and improve the nation's water infrastructure. Supported Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for FY 2010 (HR 2996) which includes Clean Water SRF and Drinking Water SRF funding and funding for direct grants to communities for water infrastructure. Advocated for significant water infrastructure funding in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 and Senate jobs bill. Supported the establishment of a Clean Water Trust Fund (H.R. 3202).

Supported the Water Quality Investment Act (HR 1262), authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs; supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs. Supported FY 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill (HR 3183/S. 1436), which includes funding for the construction of new water infrastructure projects and improve the nation's water infrastructure. Supported Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for FY 2010 (HR 2996) which includes Clean Water SRF and Drinking Water SRF funding and funding for direct grants to communities for water infrastructure.

Supported the Water Infrastructure Financing Act (S. 1005) authorizing $14.7 billion for the Drinking Water SRF, $20 billion for the Clean Water SRF over the next five years, and additional funds for other water quality-related programs. Supported FY 2010 Energy and Water Appropriations bill (HR 3183/S. 1436), which includes funding for the construction of new water infrastructure projects and improve the nation's water infrastructure. Supported Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for FY 2010 (HR 2996) which includes Clean Water SRF and Drinking Water SRF funding and funding for direct grants to communities for water infrastructure. Advocated for significant water infrastructure funding in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 and Senate jobs bill. Supported the establishment of a Clean Water Trust Fund (H.R. 3202).

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1451/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Supported FY 2010 Transportation- Housing & Urban Development (HUD), appropriations legislation (HR 3288). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives.

Worked to prevent the inclusion of language found in the House FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 (H.R. 915), specifically Sections 303 and 310 which would cause the collapse of the bilateral aviation safety agreement (BASA) between the United States and the European Union, and undermine industry operations. Worked to prevent or amend language found in the Senate FAA reauthorization bill (S. 1451), specifically sections 521 and 522, which would damage the BASA and industry business practices. Opposed the Safe Air Act of 2009 (S. 1454) which would require twice annual inspections of all foreign repair stations and likely cause the collapse of the BASA between the United States and the European Union and be incredibly costly for domestic business while creating no safety benefits.

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1451/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives. Advocated for significant infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 and Senate jobs bills. Urge Congress not to enact a long-term extension of the current highway program (SAFETEA-LU).

Worked to prevent the inclusion of language found in the House FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 (S. 1451/H.R. 915), specifically Sections 303 and 310 which would cause the collapse of the bilateral aviation safety agreement (BASA) between the United States and the European Union, and undermine industry operations. Opposed the Safe Air Act of 2009 (S. 1454) which would require twice annual inspections of all foreign repair stations and likely cause the collapse of the BASA between the United States and the European Union and be incredibly costly for domestic business while creating no safety benefits.

Worked to prevent the inclusion of language found in the House FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 (H.R. 915), specifically Sections 303 and 310 which would cause the collapse of the bilateral aviation safety agreement (BASA) between the United States and the European Union, and undermine industry operations. Worked to prevent or amend language found in the Senate FAA reauthorization bill (S. 1451), specifically sections 521 and 522, which would damage the BASA and industry business practices. Opposed the Safe Air Act of 2009 (S. 1454) which would require twice annual inspections of all foreign repair stations and likely cause the collapse of the BASA between the United States and the European Union and be incredibly costly for domestic business while creating no safety benefits.

Worked to prevent the inclusion of language found in the House FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 (S. 1451/H.R. 915), specifically Sections 303 and 310 which would cause the collapse of the bilateral aviation safety agreement (BASA) between the United States and the European Union, and undermine industry operations. Opposed the Safe Air Act of 2009 (S. 1454) which would require twice annual inspections of all foreign repair stations and likely cause the collapse of the BASA between the United States and the European Union and be incredibly costly for domestic business while creating no safety benefits.

Advocated for tax provisions contained in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336) including: a one-year extension of the 50 percent depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels, expansion of the $7,500 home purchase tax credit for middle-income, first-time homebuyers, permanent repeal of the government contractor withholding tax, and extension of the net operating loss carry-back period to five years. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292).

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincolun-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permaent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported proposals containing reasonable solutions to the uncertainty regarding the estate tax. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the extension and expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback and home purchase tax extension (H.R. 3548). Support extension of depreciation bonus and section 179 expensing levels.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincoln-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permanent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. Urged Congress to reconsider the scope of the Dealer Floor Plan Pilot Initiative Program (DFP Pilot Program) by expanding it to include non-titled property registered under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filing system. Supported home purchase tax extension (H.R.3640).

Advocated in support of additional water infrastructure investment as provided for in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336). Supported the Water Quality Investment Act (HR 1262), authorizing $19.4 billion over the next five years for wastewater infrastructure and water quality-related programs.

Advocated in support of additional transportation infrastructure investment as provided for in the The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336).

Advocated for tax provisions contained in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336) including: a one-year extension of the 50 percent depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels, expansion of the $7,500 home purchase tax credit for middle-income, first-time homebuyers, permanent repeal of the government contractor withholding tax, and extension of the net operating loss carry-back period to five years. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292).

Advocated in opposition to Section 1604 of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1/S. 336) which would restrict contractors from using foreign-manufactured equipment on stimulus bill projects and subject the U.S. to retaliatory restrictions by U.S. trading partners.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Advocated in opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or card check") H.R. 1490/S. 560, which would eliminate the right to secret ballot in union organizing elections, potentially exposing workers to increased intimidation, and undermining the rights of both workers and employers; advocated in opposition to compromise legislation.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the 2010 presidential budget. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincolun-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permaent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported the Lincoln-Kyl amendment accepted in the Senate budget resolution, which would freeze the estate tax at no more than 35 percent with a $5 million exemption. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback (S. 823) which will allow a five-year carryback of operating losses incurred in 2008 and 2009 to a broader range of businesses than were covered under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act . Supported making permanent the five-year depreciation life for farm equipment (H.R. 1424) created by Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. Urged Congress to reconsider the scope of the Dealer Floor Plan Pilot Initiative Program (DFP Pilot Program) by expanding it to include non-titled property registered under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filing system. Supported home purchase tax extension (H.R.3640).

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1451/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Supported FY 2010 Transportation- Housing & Urban Development (HUD), appropriations legislation (HR 3288). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives.

Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method. Opposed the Certain Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009 (HR 436), which would dramatically increase the cost and complexity of transferring family-owned companies to the next generation. Supported proposals containing reasonable solutions to the uncertainty regarding the estate tax. Lobbied to repeal the three percent government contractor withholding tax (HR 275/S 292). Supported the extension and expansion of Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryback and home purchase tax extension (H.R. 3548). Support extension of depreciation bonus and section 179 expensing levels.

Urged Congress to consider small business concerns before passing comprehensive health care reform legislation (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962); opposed language in the Senate health care legislation (HR 3590) that excludes the construction industry from the bills small business exemption to the employer mandate.

Encouraging Congress to act on ensuring small businesses have access to capital during the credit crises (H.R. 3854).

Urged Congress to consider small business concerns before passing comprehensive health care reform legislation (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962); opposed language in the Senate health care legislation (HR 3590) that excludes the construction industry from the bills small business exemption to the employer mandate.

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1451/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives. Advocated for significant infrastructure spending in the Jobs for Main Street Act 2010 and Senate jobs bills. Urge Congress not to enact a long-term extension of the current highway program (SAFETEA-LU).

Urged Congress to enact a new multiyear highway spending bill that significantly increases infrastructure investment and creates new, fiscally responsible revenue streams to ensure the Highway Trust Fund's (HTF) long-term viability. Worked in opposition to an 18-month highway program extension. Supported the Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S. 1451/ H.R. 915) which would provide funding for the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Supported FY 2010 Transportation- Housing & Urban Development (HUD), appropriations legislation (HR 3288). Worked toward the development of cleaner construction equipment legislative incentives.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent. Worked for enactment of HR 275 and S. 292, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent. Worked for enactment of HR 275 and S. 292, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent. Worked for enactment of HR 275 and S. 292, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent. Worked for enactment of HR 275 and S. 292, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Supported Sec. 505 of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act which shortened the depreciation life for farm equipment to five years (H.R. 1424). Advocated for a one-year extension of the Economic Stimulus Act's (ESA) depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels (S. 6382 & H.R. 7327). Advocated for expansion of the home purchase tax credit created by American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (H.R. 3221) by eliminating the income cap, first-time homebuyer, and payback requirements. Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Advocated shortening the depreciation life of farm equipment from 7 to 5 years (H.R. 2419). Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, which proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. Supported H.R. 5670 which would create a home purchaser tax credit to bolster housing and construction activity. Supported the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221), a bill that would incentivize home purchasing which would stimulate demand in the housing market, thereby helping to eliminate excess inventory, reverse declining home prices, and restore consumer confidence. Urged swift enactment of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act (H.R. 1424) meant to restore certainty, stability, and liquidity to the credit markets. Lobbied to extend the Economic Stimulus Act's (ESA) depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels through the end of 2009.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent. Advocated shortening the depreciation life of farm equipment from 7 to 5 years (H.R. 2419). Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, which proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. Supported the Good Government Contractor Act (S. 2394), a bill to amend portions of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) code, including a proposed repeal of Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. General support of economic stimulus package, specificially reinstating the depreciation bonus, including the enactment of H.R. 5140, the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008. Supported H.R. 5670 which would create a home purchaser tax credit to bolster housing and construction activity.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Advocated shortening the depreciation life of farm equipment from 7 to 5 years (H.R. 2419). Lobbied in support of the Agriculture Equipment Depreciation inclusion in the omnibus 2008 Tax Extenders. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, which proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. Supported H.R. 5670 which would create a home purchaser tax credit to bolster housing and construction activity. Supported the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221), a bill that would incentivize home purchasing which would stimulate demand in the housing market, thereby helping to eliminate excess inventory, reverse declining home prices, and restore consumer confidence.

Supported Sec. 505 of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act which shortened the depreciation life for farm equipment to five years (H.R. 1424). Advocated for a one-year extension of the Economic Stimulus Act's (ESA) depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels (H.R. 6382 & H.R. 7327). Advocated for expansion of the home purchase tax credit created by American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (H.R. 3221) by eliminating the income cap, first-time homebuyer, and payback requirements. Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Advocated shortening the depreciation life of farm equipment from 7 to 5 years (H.R. 2419). Lobbied in support of the Agriculture Equipment Depreciation inclusion in the omnibus 2008 Tax Extenders. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, which proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. Supported H.R. 5670 which would create a home purchaser tax credit to bolster housing and construction activity. Supported the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221), a bill that would incentivize home purchasing which would stimulate demand in the housing market, thereby helping to eliminate excess inventory, reverse declining home prices, and restore consumer confidence.

Opposed H.R. 1981, a bill that would undermine the federal rulemaking process and prevent the full participation of affected industries in the development of repair station security regulations.

Opposed H.R. 1981, a bill that would undermine the federal rulemaking process and prevent the full participation of affected industries in the development of repair station security regulations. Worked toward passage of Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization (H.R. 2881/S. 1300). Supported H.Res. 444, to recognize Aviation Maintenance Technicians Day.

Supported Sec. 505 of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act which shortened the depreciation life for farm equipment to five years (H.R. 1424). Advocated for a one-year extension of the Economic Stimulus Act's (ESA) depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels (S. 6382 & H.R. 7327). Advocated for expansion of the home purchase tax credit created by American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (H.R. 3221) by eliminating the income cap, first-time homebuyer, and payback requirements. Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Advocated shortening the depreciation life of farm equipment from 7 to 5 years (H.R. 2419). Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, which proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. Supported H.R. 5670 which would create a home purchaser tax credit to bolster housing and construction activity. Supported the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221), a bill that would incentivize home purchasing which would stimulate demand in the housing market, thereby helping to eliminate excess inventory, reverse declining home prices, and restore consumer confidence. Urged swift enactment of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act (H.R. 1424) meant to restore certainty, stability, and liquidity to the credit markets. Lobbied to extend the Economic Stimulus Act's (ESA) depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels through the end of 2009.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Advocated shortening the depreciation life of farm equipment from 7 to 5 years (H.R. 2419). Lobbied in support of the Agriculture Equipment Depreciation inclusion in the omnibus 2008 Tax Extenders. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, which proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. Supported H.R. 5670 which would create a home purchaser tax credit to bolster housing and construction activity. Supported the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221), a bill that would incentivize home purchasing which would stimulate demand in the housing market, thereby helping to eliminate excess inventory, reverse declining home prices, and restore consumer confidence.

Supported Sec. 505 of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act which shortened the depreciation life for farm equipment to five years (H.R. 1424). Advocated for a one-year extension of the Economic Stimulus Act's (ESA) depreciation bonus and increased Sec. 179 expensing levels (H.R. 6382 & H.R. 7327). Advocated for expansion of the home purchase tax credit created by American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (H.R. 3221) by eliminating the income cap, first-time homebuyer, and payback requirements. Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, as proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities.

Worked to make the Death Tax repeal permanent (H.R. 2380). Advocated shortening the depreciation life of farm equipment from 7 to 5 years (H.R. 2419). Lobbied in support of the Agriculture Equipment Depreciation inclusion in the omnibus 2008 Tax Extenders. Worked to prevent repeal of last in, first out (LIFO) accounting method, which proposed in the Tax Reduction and Reform Act (HR 3970). Worked for enactment of H.R. 1023 and S. 777, to repeal Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005, which imposed withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. Supported H.R. 5670 which would create a home purchaser tax credit to bolster housing and construction activity. Supported the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221), a bill that would incentivize home purchasing which would stimulate demand in the housing market, thereby helping to eliminate excess inventory, reverse declining home prices, and restore consumer confidence.

Advocated for increased funding for the nation's water infrastructure in FY 09. Advocated for Senate version of the Water Quality Financing Act of 2007 (H.R. 720), a bill that would amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to authorize appropriations for state water pollution control revolving funds, and for other purposes. Urged enactment of Water Quality Investment Act (H.R. 569) which would amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to authorize appropriations for sewer overflow control grants. Opposed the Clean Water Restoration Act as introduced in the House (H.R. 2421) and Senate (S. 1870) which would dramatically expand the Clean Water Act (CWA) and give EPA and the Corps virtually unlimited authority to regulate intrastate waters.