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November 16, 2011

Just minutes ago the House of Representatives approved critical legislation that will help small businesses and our nation’s veterans. The House passed the Senate Amendment to H.R. 674.

H.R. 674, among other things, will repeal the imposition of a 3% withholding on small businesses. That withholding would be on certain payments made to government entities.

Congressman Cleaver is a cosponsor of this bill.

November 9, 2011

River flooding and drought have wreaked havoc on farmers in the Midwest, leaving many facing financial disaster. Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II, is working to make sure lawmakers find ways to provide fast and fair aid in the event of natural disasters, continue efforts in conservation and keep agricultural research as a priority.

November 2, 2011

“Obviously we are a Nation Under God. It has been our national motto since 1956, and as a minister, I needed no reminding. It is my personal motto as well,” said Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II. “My vote on H.Con.Res. 13, a non-binding resolution that carries no force of law, was a stand on principle. This resolution was brought to the Floor at a time when our nation’s economy is in deep peril and our constituents are depending on us to create jobs – not reaffirm mottos.