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WASHINGTON – RSC Chairman Mark Walker released the following statement regarding the House passage of the VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act:
"For too long, federal bureaucrats have been shielded from accountability to our nation's veterans and their families, despite the endless horror stories about the failure of the VA system to provide adequate care. This deplorable record of disregard for veterans is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. I'm pleased to know this bill will enable the VA Secretary to do everything necessary to improve veterans' care to a standard that appropriately reflects the sacrifices endured by our heroes."
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WASHINGTON – Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Mark Walker released the following statement regarding the FY 2018 Appropriations process:
Today, the Republican Study Committee's Steering Committee adopted the following official position:
The Republican Study Committee supports the consideration of a consolidated, full-year appropriations bill for FY 2018, with an amendment process, prior to the August recess.
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WASHINGTON – RSC Chairman Mark Walker released the following statement regarding the president's FY 2018 budget:
WASHINGTON – Today Secretary of State Tillerson took an important step to protect the innocent lives of the unborn in issuing guidance on Protecting Life in Global Health Assistance. RSC Chairman Mark Walker released the following statement regarding the policy:
WASHINGTON – In response to the passage of the American Health Care Reform Act (AHCA), Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Mark Walker (R-N.C.) released the following statement:
WASHINGTON – In response to the passage of the fiscal year 2017 omnibus spending bill, Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Mark Walker (R-N.C.) released the following statement:
WASHINGTON – In response to reports that the administration plans to continue making payments under the Obamacare Cost Sharing Reduction (CSR) program, Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Mark Walker (R-N.C.) released the following statement:
"The Constitution provides that ‘No money may be drawn from the Treasury, but in consequence of Appropriations made by Law.' Congress has made no appropriation for Obamacare cost sharing reduction payments," said RSC Chairman Mark Walker. "Therefore, we believe making these payments without congressional approval is both clearly illegal and unconstitutional, as the district court held in House v. Price."
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WASHINGTON – Following the Senate's confirmation of Neil Gorsuch to serve as an associate justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Mark Walker (R-N.C.) released the following statement:
"As a candidate, Donald Trump promised to nominate a justice in the mold of the great Antonin Scalia. It is clear he kept that promise. Through this long process, Neil Gorsuch has shown humility, grace, and a steadfast commitment to constitutional principles. I am hopeful that these traits will guide Gorsuch's time on the court and that he will be a consistent voice for limited government," said RSC Chairman Mark Walker.
"His confirmation is not a victory for a political party, but a victory for our nation and the rule of law."
WASHINGTON – Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Mark Walker (R-N.C.) released the following statement after meeting with President Trump to discuss repealing and replacing Obamacare:
"We appreciate the opportunity to discuss with the president the best ways forward to repeal and replace Obamacare. For over six weeks, we've been working with the White House, House leadership, congressional committees and members of the Republican Study Committee to address conservative concerns and make the bill better for the American people," RSC Chairman Mark Walker said.
"Based on our conversations with the president, several measures to improve the bill will be added in the final product, including:
WASHINGTON – Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Mark Walker (R-N.C.) released the following statement in response to President Trump's budget:
"President Trump's budget begins the process of undoing the reckless fiscal policies of the previous administration," said RSC Chairman Mark Walker. "The president's budget rolls back the costly administrative state and promises to reform government to make it more responsible, effective and efficient for the American people."