Press Releases

(Evansville, IN) – Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following comment in regards to the July jobless rate.  The rate increased to 8.3 percent, up from 8.2 percent the previous two months.  Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) states: “The July unemployment numbers are another clear sign that the economy is struggling to improve under the failed… Read more »

Congressman Bucshon touring R and M Farm in Daviess County on Monday, July 30, 2012 Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following statement following the passage of H.R. 6233, the Agricultural Disaster Assistance Act.  The legislation passed by a vote of 223-197.  Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) states: “This… Read more »

Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following statement following the passage of H.R. 8, the Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act.  The legislation passed by a bipartisan vote of 256-171.  The legislation would extend the current income tax rates for one year. Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) states: “Extending the current tax rates for an… Read more »

Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following statement following the passage of H.R. 4078, the Red Tape Reduction and Small Business Job Creation Act. Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) states: “This legislation is necessary for job creators because Washington, D.C. bureaucrats continue to implement onerous rules that make it tougher for businesses to… Read more »

Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following statement regarding the H.R. 459, the Federal Reserve Transparency Act, to permit and mandate a full audit of the United States Federal Reserve by the Government Accountability Office (GAO).  The bill passed by a bipartisan vote of 327-98.  Congressman Bucshon was a cosponsor. Congressman Bucshon (IN-08)… Read more »

Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following statement regarding the Unites States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) announcement on disaster assistance improvements and support for farmers affected by extreme weather. Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) states: “These reforms are important to the future of the agriculture industry as out-dated regulations… Read more »

Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) speaking on the Floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of H.R. 6079, the Repeal of Obamacare Act. Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following comment after voting for H.R. 6079, the Repeal of Obamacare Act.  Since taking office, this was Congressman Bucshon’s fourth… Read more »

Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following comment in response to President Obama’s plan to increase taxes. Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) states: “This proposal to raise taxes is a blatant attack on hardworking taxpayers who are trying to provide jobs to millions of Americans and helping to create a healthier economy.  We are currently… Read more »

(Evansville, IN) – Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following comment in regards to the June jobless rate.  The rate remained at 8.2 percent, the 41st consecutive month above 8 percent and longest stretch of high unemployment since 1948. Congressman Bucshon (IN-08) states: “As the unemployment rate fails to improve, living month to month is… Read more »

(Evansville, IN) – Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) released the following statement in celebration of Independence Day. Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) states:            “Observing our nation’s independence is a tradition we hold near and dear to our hearts.  Our forefathers, along with the… Read more »