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Mike discusses the importance of energy conservation on costs and his recent trip to Iraq.

 Energy Costs and Trip to Iraq [6:41m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

The office has been in a buzz over the current calls for a profit tax on energy companies. Mike believes that this is a supply and demand problem. Placing a tax on the suppliers fundamentally goes against what we need most- increased production. Mike has been working on legislation to promote a public awareness campaign [...]

As rising gas prices continue to affect the pocket books of America’s families, it is clear that substantive action needs to be taken. There is a great hypocrisy in America’s national energy policy. As long as politicians continue to demagogue and oppose legislation that addresses the long-term problem of rising energy costs, we will continue [...]

Over the district work period, I traveled to Iraq to meet with our military leadership and our troops on the ground. I shared a meal with many of the great men and women of our Armed forces, visited a hospital in Balad and discussed our ongoing efforts with General George Casey, the commander of our [...]

On Monday, Mike participated in a conference call with bloggers about his trip to Iraq. He spoke about troop morale, security changes, and the role of the Secretary of Defense. Read the press release. Mike will be blogging about his trip to Iraq later this week. Austin Weatherford- Legislative Correspondent for Rep. Mike Conaway A [...]

Today I am leaving for District 11 to prepare for a series of Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Town Hall meetings. Congressman Conaway, his staff, and CMS staff will be available to answer any questions and help seniors sign up for the program before the May 15th deadline. If you are eligible for the [...]

Last week, the Dallas Morning News featured Congressman Conaway’s Op-Ed on immigration. U.S. Rep. K. Michael Conaway: A West Texas perspective on immigration Reform must strike balance between security and jobs From the Dallas Morning News on Thursday, April 6, 2006 As I write this, emotionally charged crowds are assembling in protest all over America. [...]

Last night Mike spoke on the floor regarding the Budget resolution. Click the picture to view the video. The Budget vote has been postponed until after the Easter recess.

Mike discusses the importance of passing the budget this week.

 Budget Vote This Week [4:18m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

There are two bills subject to a rule this week. The FY 2007 House Budget Resolution will be considered this week. Moderate and conservative members of the Republican conference are negotiating a compromise over the $873 billion spending cap. The House will consider the budget resolution on Thursday, with the possibility the issue could go [...]