WASHINGTON, D.C.–At the weekly press conference with Republican leaders Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) discussed the 352 bills – 98% which passed with bipartisan support in the House – that Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid refuses to bring up for a vote. The numbers never lie…
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Following are Congresswoman Jenkins’ remarks:
“The President is fond of referring to the House as the “Do-Nothing Congress.” But we have 352 reasons why it’s a “Do-Nothing Senate.”
“352 bills are sitting on Harry Reid’s desk, awaiting action.
“98% of them passed with bipartisan support. Republicans and Democrats working together to pass legislation.
“50% of the bills passed unanimously, with no opposition.
“70% of the bills passed with 2/3rds support in the House.
“And over 55 bills were introduced by Democrats.
“352 bills. Why won’t Harry Reid act? These are good bills; bills that put the American people back to work, put more money in hardworking Americans pockets, help with education, and skills training.
“We call upon Harry Reid to get to work before he adjourns in August to pass some of these bills. The American people deserve better.”