Archive for February, 2006
Back in the District: Immigration Reform and Border Security
Friday, February 24th, 2006Hi everyone. We have been busy this week back in District 11 getting the word out on the growing problem of immigration. We met with most of the newspapers, radio stations, and television stations in the district so that a large number of constituents could be reached and better understand Congressman Conaway’s stance on the [...]
‘No New Programs Bill’ Wins Support
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006With twenty-eight co-sponsors, numerous blog entries, and several news stories (Midland Reporter , Sweetwater Reporter) Conaway’s ‘No New Federal Programs Bill’ is earning praise from fiscal conservatives. Congressman Conaway believes now is the time to be making “tough choices” when it comes to the budget. He believes it is unfair for our children and grandchildren [...]
New bill Introduced to Stop Runaway Spending
Thursday, February 16th, 2006Today, I introduced a bill that would change House legislative procedure to block the establishment of a new federal program without the TERMINATION of an existing federal program or programs of equal or greater spending. The rule change would also prevent an increase in the level of spending to existing spending for government programs in [...]
Read this week’s Conaway Chronicle
Tuesday, February 14th, 2006The Conaway Chronicle
Faith on the Hill
Monday, February 13th, 2006Tomorrow, Mike will be speaking at a luncheon for the Center for Christian Statesmanship. Mike plans to discuss his faith and how it plays a role in his daily life here on Capitol Hill. Prior to serving in Congress, Mike was very active in his church back in Midland. He is an ordained Deacon in [...]
The Energy of the Future
Friday, February 10th, 2006When it comes to energy, most people think of the 11th Congressional District as oil and gas country. This is true. However, West Texas is working to lead the way by adopting the energy technologies of the future. Over the coming years, the Permian Basin will be known as national leaders in more than just [...]
Mike Podcasts on the President’s Budget
Tuesday, February 7th, 2006Don’t forget to check out this week’s Conaway Chronicle.
Taking Control of the Deficit
Monday, February 6th, 2006Today, President Bush offered up a budget proposal that attempts to address our federal spending needs while placing an emphasis on fiscal restraint. I look forward to examining his proposal over the next few weeks as the Budget Committee begins hearings on the issue. Congress is ready and willing to take the necessary steps toward [...]
Successful Future Depends on Our Children
Thursday, February 2nd, 2006In his State of the Union speech, President Bush unveiled his new plan to encourage children to take more math and science classes. I am encouraged that the President saw it necessary to include this educational initiative in his speech, as this is an issue that has held great importance to me for some time. [...]

