Like you, I was shocked to learn of the Las Vegas shooting this week. On Monday, innocent concert-goers in Las Vegas became victims of a tragic attack. My heart goes out to all those affected. I pray for comfort, understanding, and for peace in our world. As we learn more details about this horrific attack, this is not something that should be politicized­. We should and will continue to look at it carefully.

This week the House passed A Balanced Budget for a Stronger America, our budget for the upcoming year. It’s a fiscally conservative plan to use taxpayer dollars in a responsible way. This budget balances in 10 years and will help make America stronger and more prosperous. But the biggest thing the budget does is it gives us the ability to make tax reform a reality, allowing Washington to act on this crucial issue for the first time in 30 years. Now that our budget has passed the House, the Senate will pass a budget and Congress can work on meaningful tax reform that will provide relief for American families, allow U.S. businesses to level the playing field, and grow our economy. I've been working hard with my Ways & Means colleagues, attending meetings with White House officials and hearing from local business owners about what should be included in tax reform. I'll continue to do so to uplift everyone in the Grand Strand and Pee Dee and to restore opportunity for future generations.

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Did you know that the United States is only one of seven countries in the world that allows abortions after the 20-week mark? Other countries include China and North Korea. Scientific research and discovery has found that unborn children at just 20 weeks post-fertilization have a well-developed brain and nervous system, meaning they can feel pain. This week the House also took action to protect the lives of the unborn by passing The Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, legislation that restricts abortions 20 weeks or more post-fertilization. Named after a little boy named Micah who was born premature at 20 weeks but is now thriving, it also includes protects for women to protect the unborn and mothers alike.

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Did you see me this week on Carolina This Week with Trey Paul? We discussed many important things including the future of health care, looking forward to tax reform, the Equifax data breach and the Dillon Inland Port. If you missed it, check it out right here or below!

The federal government is complex and working with agencies can be complicated. My staff is hosting mobile office hours this month and I encourage you to visit them if you need assistance. They are available to help with Social Security, Medicare/Medicaid, the VA, replacing lost military records, obtaining passports, and more. See the side bar or the link below for times and locations.

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