This week is National Small Business Week. The United States has nearly 28 million small businesses that together, create over 60 percent of new, private sector jobs each year. Small businesses are the backbone of our nation’s economy, and this week is an opportunity to recognize their achievements and look for better ways to support these critical job creators.
There’s no question that Washington has tied the hands of small business owners with onerous regulations and backward fiscal policies. Our governing agenda must be focused on job creation and economic growth – not excessive regulations. One of the best ways we can help small businesses is by allowing them to keep more of their hard earned money to invest back into the marketplace and thus create more good paying jobs.
I will continue to be supportive of reducing taxes on small businesses, leveling the playing field, and creating a better environment for hard working Americans so they have the opportunity to succeed in today's global marketplace.
In the Second District
This week, I was in home in Nevada to hear from constituents. Below are some of the Nevadans I met with:
Fallon Veterans' Town Hall
On Monday, I held a Veterans’ Town Hall in Fallon. I enjoyed visiting with everyone and hearing how Congress can better serve them and their families. In addition to thanking our veterans for their service, this was also an opportunity for veterans to learn about the assistance my office can provide. Thank you to everyone who came out and to the City of Fallon for letting us use the council chamber. Since joining Congress, I have held regular Veterans’ Town Hall meetings across Nevada in Reno, Sparks, Elko, Carson City, Minden, Fallon, Winnemucca, Fernley and Lovelock.
National Day of Prayer
I was thankful to observe the 65th annual National Day of Prayer this week by joining fellow Nevadans and speaking at a ceremony on the Capitol steps in Carson City. It was a great opportunity to come together and reflect on the future of our country.
Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Commission
Yesterday, I attended the Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial on the Capitol grounds in Carson City. This year, Deputy Carl Howell was honored after he tragically lost his life while responding to a domestic violence call in August 2015. Deputy Howell left behind his wife, Rachel, and their four children.
I would like to take a moment to thank Deputy Howell and all of Nevada’s law enforcement officials who put their lives on the line each day to protect our communities. These hardworking men and women are dedicated to keeping us safe and secure and they must never be under-appreciated. I am truly grateful for their service.
Looking ahead:
Next week the House comes back into session and will consider H.R. 4641 and H.R. 5046, legislation focused on our health care system and addressing our nation’s devastating opioid epidemic.
For additional information, please visit my website at amodei.house.gov or call my Washington office: (202) 225-6155, Reno office: (775) 686-5760 or Elko office: (775) 777-7705. To receive updates on what I am doing in Washington and in Nevada’s 2nd District follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube.
