WASHINGTON, D.C., (KNOE 8 News) - U.S. Representative Rodney Alexander has issued the following remarks in the wake of House passage of H.R. 325, 'The No Budget, No Pay Act':
"This legislation is simple and cuts to the point: No budget, no pay. Since taking over the majority, the House has produced budgets that cut spending and promote the growth of our economy. In fact, the last House-passed budget slashed spending by more than $4 trillion. Conversely, it has been nearly four years since a Senate budget has seen the light of day.
"With this vote, the House once again invites the Senate to join us in a serious effort to reduce the debt that is threatening America's financial future. This legislation allows us to responsibly manage the nation's financial obligations while forcing both chambers to pass budgets—or their pay is withheld.
"It is quite evident that Washington will not exercise fiscal restraint by its own preference. Now, more than ever, we must set priorities and finally begin living within our financial means. Hopefully, this legislation will force the Senate to adhere to the same frame of mind."
Friday, May 24 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:40:16 GMT
RIVER RIDGE, La. (AP) - Jefferson Parish sheriff's deputies say a 52-year-old man apparently shot his 16-year-old son in the head and then turned the gun on himself in their home in River Ridge.
RIVER RIDGE, La. (AP) - Jefferson Parish sheriff's deputies say a 52-year-old man apparently shot his 16-year-old son in the head and then turned the gun on himself in their home in River Ridge.
A Virginia man who was once one of the nation's most prominent swimming coaches has been sentenced to seven years in prison for sexually abusing one of the girls he instructed.
A once-prominent swimming coach who trained thousands of children was sentenced to seven years in prison Thursday for sexually abusing one of the girls he instructed.
Friday, May 24 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:06:12 GMT
Monroe, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Police arrested Thomas Wroten this afternoon following a domestic dispute. At 9:15pm last night Monroe Police received an emergent call for help in the 5300 block of Blanks.
Monroe, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Police arrested Thomas Wroten this afternoon following a domestic dispute.
