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Gun Owners of America Endorses Tim Huelskamp for Congress Gun Owners of America Political Victory Fund is pleased to endorse Tim Huelskamp for U.S. Congress in Kansas’ 1st Congressional District. For the past 13 years, Tim Huelskamp has served as a Kansas State Senator and is a leader in the fight to protect the Second Amendment. In multiple battles with multiple votes, Tim has been on the right side every time – whether it be conceal carry, preventing government gun confiscation (which Sen. Huelskamp took on as a personal battle after the government response to the Greensburg tornado), or heading off lawsuits against gun manufacturers. For the full release/letter from Tim Macy, Vice Chairman of the Gun Owners of America Political Victory Fund, click here. Senate President Recognizes Sen. Tim Huelskamp for Perfect Voting Attendance TOPEKA – Senate President Steve Morris, R-Hugoton, today formally recognized State Senator Tim Huelskamp, R-Fowler, for achieving a 100 percent voting attendance record for the 2009 Legislative Session. “Since his election to the Kansas Senate in 1996, Tim has never missed a vote…His dedication to the 38th District and devotion to the legislative process are clear.” For the full release, click here. Huelskamp Joins National Effort Opposing Waxman-Markey FOWLER – Today, Senator Tim Huelskamp, farmer and congressional candidate (KS-01), joined 185 other national and state leaders in a letter to all members of Congress urging opposition to the Waxman-Markey cap-and-trade bill (H.R. 2454) being considered in several committees in the U.S. Congress. Other Kansas signatories include State Senator Mary Pilcher-Cook and members of the Kansas House: Representative Sharon Schwartz, Representative Don Meyers, and Representative Marc Rhoades. “As a farmer, I know that increases in the prices for gasoline and diesel fuel, electricity, and natural gas will significantly reduce the bottom line in agriculture,” noted Huelskamp. “Under Waxman-Markey, consumer food prices will increase and net farm income will drop significantly. It is a dangerous proposal we can’t afford.” According to the Heritage Foundation, Waxman-Markey will raise electricity rates 90% after adjusting for inflation, gas prices 74%, natural gas prices 55%, and an average family's annual energy bill by at least $1,500. “There is one sure-fire way to decrease American competitiveness,” says Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform (ATR), “you tax companies and workers so much that they move to other countries – it’s not that hard and Waxman and Markey seem to have that down pat.” For the full release, click here. For the release from Americans for Tax Reform discussing the letter, click here. For an article in the Kansas Liberty covering this news, click here. For an article in the Southwest Times, click here. Former Speaker of the Kansas House Endorses Huelskamp for Congress FOWLER - Former Kansas House Speaker and western Kansas farmer Representative Melvin Neufeld today announced his endorsement of state senator Tim Huelskamp for Congress. "Senator Huelskamp and I represent many of the same folks and Tim has always put the people he represents first,” said Representative Neufeld. “I believe he will take his farm values, hard work and care for the people with him and be an outstanding Congressman.” For the full release, click here. For the full list of Tim's endorsements, click here. GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Back Huelskamp for Congress FOWLER - Former Kansas House Speaker and western Kansas farmer Robin Jennison and National Center on Fathering founder Ken Canfield today both announced their endorsement of state senator Tim Huelskamp for Congress. Jennison and Canfield competed against each other in the 2006 GOP gubernatorial primary. Although Jennison and Canfield combined to win 63% of the vote in the 1st Congressional district, State Sen. Jim Barnett still won the statewide nomination, but went on to lose the general election by a wide margin. "With his thirteen years as a state senator, Tim Huelskamp has the experience to be a terrific U.S. Congressman," said Jennison. “And as a fellow farmer, Tim understands the unique concerns and issues facing those of us in agriculture and rural America.” And Ken Canfield added: "Tim Huelskamp combines real-world experience as a farmer from Fowler with a solid conservative philosophy. I am delighted he is running for Congress, and I whole-heartedly support him For the full release, click here. For the full list of Tim's endorsements, click here. Huelskamp Credited For Signing "No Climate Tax Pledge" In an article in CQPolitics, Senator Tim Huelskamp was credited with his vocal opposition to cap-and-trade legislation and for being the first Kansan running in a U.S. House race in Kansas to sign the "No Climate Tax Pledge". You can read the link discussing this here. Conservative Legislators Endorse Huelskamp for Congress Senator Tim Huelskamp, farmer and congressional candidate, is excited to announce the endorsements today of State Representatives Peggy Mast (R-76), Lance Kinzer (R-14), Anthony Brown (R-38), Steve Huebert (R-90), Virgil Peck (R-11), and Phil Hermanson (R-96) and State Senator Mary Pilcher Cook (R-10). “I have worked with Tim Huelskamp for more than a decade in the Legislature,” said Representative Kinzer, “and there has been no stronger advocate for the conservative values that Kansans hold dear.” This is the third of several announcements of support from key Kansas Legislators that the Huelskamp campaign plans to roll out over the next several weeks. "This is an impressive array of conservative leaders in Topeka. And to have the endorsements of these fighters for limited government, individual liberties, free enterprise and traditional family values is a tremendous honor and boost to our campaign,” said Huelskamp. For the full release, click here. For the full list of Tim's endorsements, click here. Agriculture Leaders in Legislature Endorse Tim Huelskamp for Congress Kansans for Huelskamp is proud to announce the endorsements today of State Representatives Larry Powell (R-117), Rocky Fund (R-50), Dan Kerschen (R-93), and State Senator Dr. Steve Abrams, DVM. “As a farmer himself, Senator Huelskamp has long been an advocate for agriculture and for helping rural Kansas,” notes Representative Powell, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee. “Working together with Tim on agriculture and rural issues for nine years, I know firsthand how Tim understands and fights for Kansas farmers and ranchers.” This is the second of several announcements of support from Kansas Legislators that the Huelskamp campaign plans to roll out over the next several weeks. "As a state senator representing a rural district for more than a dozen years, I am honored to have earned the support of some of the most respected Legislators on agriculture issues. These legislators are real advocates for Kansas agriculture – and I am honored to have their support in this race for Congress," said Huelskamp. For the full release, click here. For the full list of Tim's endorsements, click here. Huelskamp Responds to Governor Parkinson’s Veto of ‘Huelskamp Amendment’ With this veto pen today, Governor Parkinson has taken money away from local health departments, hospitals, and safety net clinics struggling to meet the health care needs of impoverished Kansans. Instead, he has created a taxpayer-funded entitlement to Planned Parenthood, an entity shrouded in controversy and under investigation for more than 100 violations of our state abortion laws. Additionally, it has been recently revealed that Planned Parenthood is likely failing to report to the authorities hundreds of cases of suspected child sexual abuse every year. For the full release, click here. Kansas State Legislators Endorse Huelskamp for Congress Huelskamp for Congress is proud to announce the endorsements today of State Senator Ralph Ostmeyer (R-40) and State Representatives Jim Morrison (R-121), Owen Donahue (R-39), Mario Goico (R-100), and Don Schroeder (R-74). "I've served with Tim Huelskamp in the Kansas Legislature for nine years, and I have never seen a more dedicated public servant -- or a more effective conservative leader," said Senator Ralph Ostmeyer from Grinnell. This is the first of several announcements of support from Kansas Legislators that the Huelskamp campaign plans to roll out over the next several weeks. For the full release, click here. For the full list of Tim's endorsements, click here. Huelskamp Featured on National FRC Radio Tim Huelskamp was recently featured on the Family Research Council's "Washington Watch Weekly" radio program. In an interview with FRC President Tony Perkins, Huelskamp discusses efforts to defund Planned Parenthood in Kansas. For the interview, visit the FRC website by clicking here. Play the "Washington Watch Weekly" audio -- the interview with Senator Huelskamp begins just after the 20:00 minute mark. Senator Huelskamp: No Cap-and-Trade in Kansas Fowler, KS - Senator Tim Huelskamp is applauding the passage of legislation authorizing a new coal plant in Western Kansas with no carbon tax mandate. “I am excited we were able to get this bill passed," said Huelskamp. Senator Huelskamp, along with many other political leaders, has been pushing for more than a year to overturn the Kansas Department of Health and Environment's decision to reject a permit application from Sunflower Electric. One of the original proposals was implementation of the nation’s first carbon tax, an idea similar to the cap-and-trade scheme being promoted by President Barack Obama. “A carbon tax would have been a horrible decision for Kansas and terrible precedent for the country,” said Huelskamp. “I am thrilled no such requirement was part of this bill," said Huelskamp. For the full release, click here. Click here for a link to the pledge. Huelskamp Amendment Carries in Approved Budget Bill Topeka, KS (LifeNews.com) -- The Kansas state budget is heading soon to new Kansas Gov. Mark Parkinson and when he signs or vetoes it, he will be determining whether Kansans are forced to send their tax dollars to Planned Parenthood. Should Parkinson sign the bill, Kansas will become just the seventh state to zero out funding for the abortion business. With the passage of the budget bill through the Kansas House today, the Huelskamp amendment to de-fund Planned Parenthood has been approved by the Kansas legislature. “I am excited that both chambers of the Kansas Legislature have approved my amendment to remove taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood. With Kansas facing a budget crunch, this would be a big victory for the taxpayers," he told LifeNews.com. For the full article, click here. LifeNews.com: Huelskamp Releases Evidence Exposing Sexual Abuse Cover-Up Overland Park, KS (LifeNews.com) -- Planned Parenthood facilities in several states have been exposed engaging in covering up potential cases of sexual abuse of minors. Now, a Planned Parenthood center in Kansas is the latest to have been shown attempting to cover up statutory rape so a young girl can get contraception or birth control. In the last few months, Planned Parenthood clinics in Indiana, Tennessee, and Arizona have been implicated in violations of state laws protecting girls from sexual abuse. Now, two Kansas state legislators, Senator Tim Huelskamp and Representative Lance Kinzer, have released new evidence exposing a similar institutional pattern of cover-up of sexual abuse. For the full article, click here. David Bossie and Citizens United Political Victory Fund Endorse Tim Huelskamp for Congress Fowler, KS--Conservative Leader David Bossie and Citizens United Political Victory Fund have announced their endorsement of Tim Huelskamp for Congress (KS-01). "Serious times call for serious leaders -- and Tim Huelskamp is the kind of mature leader our nation desperately needs in Congress right now. I'm especially impressed with his work in the state senate on behalf of increased government transparency," said Bossie. For the full press release, click here. Karl Peterjohn Endorses Tim Huelskamp for Congress Fowler, Kansas--Conservative anti-tax Kansas crusader Karl Peterjohn today announced his endorsement of Republican Tim Huelskamp (KS-01) for Congress. For the full release, please click here. Huelskamp Joins FRC's Tony Perkins at News Conference Opposing Sebelius Wichita -- State Senator Tim Huelskamp joined Family Research Council (FRC) President Tony Perkins at a news conference across the street from George Tiller's abortion clinic in Wichita, Kansas. Perkins was in Kansas to oppose the nomination of Kathleen Sebelius to HHS Secretary, specifically highlighting the Governor's strong ties to Tiller. For the full press release from FRC, click here. For the news piece from the FRC site, click here. For photos from the event, view our photo gallery. National Pro-Family Leaders Endorse Tim Huelskamp Two leaders in the Pro-marriage and Pro-family movement -- Phil Burress and Colin Hanna -- announced today their endorsements for Tim Huelskamp for Congress (KS-01) An influential conservative leader who heads the Citizens for Community Values, CBN News' David Brody recently described Phil Burress as, "one of the key guys in the room when James Dobson, Tony Perkins and others gather to discuss key social issues." Colin Hanna is president of Let Freedom Ring USA and is co-chair of the influential "Weyrich Conservative Luncheon" -- a weekly-gathering of key conservative leaders in Washington, DC. For the full release, click here. Huelskamp Leads in Fundraising Among the five candidates, Huelskamp leads all in both total fundraising and cash on hand. (Huelskamp has consistently led in the cash on hand category). During this quarter, Huelskamp raised nearly as much in campaign contributions this period as the four other candidates combined. For the story and news link, click here. Huelskamp Speaks at TEA Parties Across Kansas: Time for the 10th Amendment Fowler, KS – Yesterday at massive TEA Parties across Kansas, Senator Tim Huelskamp spoke about the importance of the 10th Amendment. “The 10th Amendment was added to the U.S. Constitution for one purpose – to restrict the power of the federal government. But for years,” noted Huelskamp, “Washington has increasingly ignored any limits on their power – especially with the passage of their most recent stimulus and bailout bills.” You can read the full release detailing Tim's appearances here. Here is some additional media coverages of Tim's appearances: Dodge City Globe KSALLink.com Salina Journal Jill Stanek Endorses Tim Huelskamp Jill Stanek has announced her endorsement of Tim Huelskamp to Congress in a letter to pro-life leaders. In the letter, Stanek says: I'm proud to announce my endorsement of KS State Senator Tim Huelskamp for U.S. Congress (KS-1). Tim is a top-notch conservative leader who has proven himself to be a devout Christian, father, and husband. You can read the entire letter endorsing Tim Huelskamp by clicking here. Huelskamp Efforts on 2nd Amendment Draw Attention Tim Huelskamp's legislative push to defend the 2nd Amendment in Kansas is drawing more attention. The Kansas Senate, by a vote of 39-1, passed a resolution that would clarify that individuals have a right to keep and bear firearms under the Kansas Constitution. In a Hutchinson News article, Tim Huelskamp described the reason for the bill: "We can no longer wait or hope for the right decision from the judiciary," Huelskamp said. "Instead, it is time to allow Kansans a voice on this matter by offering this proposed amendment, and our citizens will have the final say." Kansans for Life PAC Endorses Senator Tim Huelskamp According to Chris Martinez, KFL PAC Chairman: "Rarely does Kansans for Life PAC make endorsements this early, but Tim's stellar credentials, solid background, and consistent voting record deserve our immediate support. We are proud of this endorsement, and enthusiastically support Tim Huelskamp in his efforts to bring his conservative Kansas values to the U.S. Congress." For the full release about this endorsement, click here. Huelskamp Leads in Passage of Pro-Life Priority Topeka (KS) – State Senator Tim Huelskamp today announces the passage of the top pro-life priority of the 2009 Legislative Session – the Women’s Right-to-Know-and-See Bill. In a broad bipartisan vote of 32-6, the full Kansas Senate joined Huelskamp in approving the provisions of SB 238. For the full release regarding this legislation, click here. Huelskamp Participates in "Tea Party" On March 9, a new protest of the federal stimulus package was held in Topeka, attracing between 150 and 200 people, according to the Kansas Liberty. Senator Tim Huelskamp participated in the event, which included several legislators, grassroots activists and an array of taxpayers. For the Kansas Liberty story about the event, click here. Huelskamp Urges Opposition to Sebelius’ HHS Nomination Topeka (KS) – State Senator -- and Congressional Candidate -- Tim Huelskamp today made clear his opposition to the nomination of Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). "Sebelius' extreme positions on abortion -- as well as her close ties to a late-term abortion provider -- should disqualify her from running this nation's care policy. At the very least, it should disqualify her from receiving any conservative support," said Huelskamp. Read the full release here. Read an article about Huelskamp's opposition to Sebelius in The Hill's Blog Briefing Room here. Mike Huckabee Endorses Sen. Tim Huelskamp for Congress From The Hill's Blog Briefing Room: Republican State Sen. Tim Huelskamp picked up the endorsement of former Arkansas governor and 2008 GOP presidential contender Mike Huckabee in his bid for Rep. Jerry's Moran's (R-Kan.) seat. "Huckabee's endorsement could be influential in the heavily conservative district," the article goes on to say. Read the article here. Read the recent letter from Mike Huckabee regarding his endorsement here.