(WASHINGTON, DC) –Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D. released the following statement in response to President Obama’s State of the Union Address to the nation:

“We all learned at a young age that there’s no such thing as a free lunch. Yet, the President announced tonight a plan filled with more tax increases to pay for even more spending and growth of the federal government. At the same time, he failed to offer a plan to reduce the mountain of debt that has been placed on the backs of future generations. This speech completely missed the mark. Wages for low- and middle- class families have declined, while prices at home are on the rise. The American people just want a break, but unfortunately, we heard the same stale, divisive rhetoric from President Obama.
“We have a real opportunity to work together on permanent solutions that will give those who need it a hand up. We can invest in our nation’s greatest asset, our people, not in government bureaucracy. That means a pro-family tax code that is fair for everyone and helps make America more competitive abroad; an all-of-the-above energy plan that secures American energy independence and lowers energy prices; a healthcare system where every American can see the doctor of their choice at a price they can afford; and America where our citizens are safe at home and abroad.

“We are the greatest country the world has known and there isn’t a challenge we face that is too big or too great. I’m hopeful the President will break from his rhetoric tonight and put forth a good-faith effort to work with his party and Republicans in Congress to get American back on track.”

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 20, 2015) — A bill authored by State Sens. Vaneta Becker (R-Evansville) and Sue Glick (R-LaGrange) that would strengthen the Hoosier Women Veterans’ Program passed the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs and the Military today by a 7-0 vote. SB 424 now moves to the full Senate for consideration.

This measure would require the director of the Indiana Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) to designate a coordinator for the Hoosier Women Veterans’ Program. The DVA’s Women Veterans’ Program is devoted to helping women veterans access resources and services available to them through the State of Indiana and the federal government.

“This program needs a strong leader to ensure women veterans are given the attention they deserve,” Becker said. “The role of women in the military continues to grow and their gender-specific needs should be addressed appropriately.”

“Female veterans are often unaware of the benefits and services available to them and we want to make sure they have the help they need when returning to civilian life,” Glick said. “To do that successfully, women veterans should be given particular consideration, attention and the best possible care.”

Currently, over 33,000 female veterans reside in Indiana who have served in every war period, including World War II. For more information on the DVA’s Women Veterans’ Program, click here.

On Wednesday, January 21, 2015, Steve Davis will file his candidacy for City Council to represent the 2nd Ward of Evansville as a Democrat at 4:00 pm in the Vanderburgh County Election Office on the second floor of the Civic Center.

Steve is a 1991 graduate of F.J. Reitz High School and a Journeyman Carpenter, graduating from his carpentry apprenticeship program in 1996. He also received Associate Degrees in Business Management and Arts in 2004 from American Intercontinental University. Steve is employed by CSX Railroad and in 2012 earned Federal Railroad Administration Certifications as a Conductor and Remote Control Operator.

Jacob Davis is 21 years old and Steve’s oldest son. Jacob is an Army Reservist and employed by Berry Plastics. Jacob is married to Alexandria, and they have Steve’s first grandchild, Jameson, who is just a few months old. Joshua Davis is Steve’s youngest son at 18 years old and is a student and NCAA Division 2 wrestler at Lake Erie College.

Steve is the younger brother of the late Rick Davis, former Vanderburgh Co. Treasurer and Democrat candidate for Mayor in 2011. Steve is a dedicated Democrat and has worked within the Democrat Party for various candidates over the last 10 years. He understands that no party membership always agree, but that disputes are to be resolved privately and not at the expense of other members or their families. Steve is running to help bring back unity to City Council and respect for the Democrat Party and stated, “No one member of City Council is so important that they can publicly attack other members, and the future of Evansville depends on putting differences aside to work for progress in the community.”

##Davis will be available to members of the media for questions after filing##