Press Releases

• November 20, 2009: Kilroy's Statement Regarding FEMA's Policy Reversal
  FEMA recently changed its policy in accordance with language in Kilroy’s SURE Act: I applaud …More

• November 19, 2009: Kilroy Brings Peace of Mind to Central Ohio’s Seniors and Military Families
  WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy voted today to reform the way Medicare pays …More

• November 18, 2009: Kilroy Gives Boost to Green Rehabilitation Industry
  Introduces Energy Efficiency Modernization Act of 2009WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy yesterday introduced …More

• November 17, 2009: Kilroy’s SURE Act Passes Full Committee on Homeland Security
  WASHINGTON - The Strengthening and Updating Resources and Equipment (SURE) Act, which was introduced by …More

• November 16, 2009: Kilroy Announces Funding for Worthington Sewer Project
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy has announced that the City of Worthington, OH …More

• November 10, 2009: Kilroy Announces Members of 15th Congressional District Veterans Advisory Committee
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy has announced the fourteen members who will make …More

• November 7, 2009: Statement by U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy on the Passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act
  I am proud to support the Affordable Health Care for America Act on this historic …More

• November 6, 2009: Kilroy Closes Security Gap in Nation’s Chemical Plants and Water Facilities
  WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy voted today to secure our nation’s chemical plants …More

• November 6, 2009: Kilroy Announces Support of Affordable Health Care for America Act
  WASHINGTON- U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy, announced today that she has reviewed, and intends to …More

• November 6, 2009: Kilroy Votes to Extend Unemployment Insurance Benefits and Encourage Economic Growth
  WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy voted yesterday to help the thousands of Ohioans …More

• November 4, 2009: Kilroy Puts Added Pressure on Credit Card Companies
  Votes to expedite credit card reformWASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy, a member …More

• November 3, 2009: Support for SURE Act Gains Momentum
  Sails through Subcommittee Mark-up, Gains endorsement from Mayor BloombergWASHINGTON – The Strengthening and Updating Resources …More

• October 30, 2009: Kilroy Unlocks Lending and Investment Dollars for Central Ohio’s Small Businesses
  WASHINGTON – U. S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy voted today to pass the Small Business …More

• October 29, 2009: Kilroy Cites Pre-existing Condition During Personal Plea for Health Insurance Reform
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy, a leader in the fight for comprehensive health …More

• October 29, 2009: Kilroy Amendments Pass, Provide Additional Accountability and Transparency to Credit Rating Agencies
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy joined a bipartisan majority (49-14) in the House …More

• October 27, 2009: Crandall Testimony Highlights Need for Kilroy's SURE Act
  WASHINGTON - Kathy Crandall, Director of the Homeland Security & Justice Programs for the Franklin …More

• October 23, 2009: Kilroy's Amendments Pass to Provide More Protections for Consumers
  Votes to Protect OH-15 from Abusive Lending PracticesWASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy voted …More

• October 22, 2009: Kilroy Votes to Create Jobs, Find Solution to Nation's Energy Needs
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy today voted in favor of legislation that will …More

• October 22, 2009: Kilroy: Special Payments on Their Way for Service Members Who Served Under Stop Loss Orders
  WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy announced that over 185,000 service members who have …More

• October 21, 2009: Kilroy Ensures Quality Care for Americans Living with HIV and AIDS
  Votes in Favor of Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension ActWASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Mary Jo …More

• October 16, 2009: Kilroy Introduces Measure to Safeguard Nation’s Communities
  Submits Strengthening and Updating Resources and Equipment Act of 2009WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo …More

• October 16, 2009: Kilroy Expresses Optimism as Report Cites Economic Improvement in Columbus
  COLUMBUS, OH - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy expressed optimism in response to an Adversity …More

• October 15, 2009: Kilroy Makes Central Ohio’s Safety Top Priority
  Votes in Favor of Department of Homeland Security Appropriations ActWASHINGTON, D.C.– U.S. Rep. Mary Jo …More

• October 13, 2009: Kilroy Supports Measure to Extend Tax Credit for Military Homebuyers
  WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy voted to amend the home-buying provisions in …More

• October 7, 2009: Kilroy Calls on Credit Card Companies to Halt Unfair Rate Hikes
   Credit Card Holders’ Bill of Rights will curtail predatory practices, but Kilroy wants to make …More

• September 22, 2009: Kilroy Votes to Extend Unemployment Benefits to Thousands in Central Ohio
  WASHINGTON—U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy voted in favor of a bipartisan effort to provide financial …More

• September 17, 2009: Kilroy Votes to Boost Automotive Innovation, Jobs in Ohio
   WASHINGTON—U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy voted in favor of legislation to boost innovative research programs …More

• September 14, 2009: U.S. Rep. Kilroy’s Statement on President Obama’s Address to the Joint Session of Congress
  COLUMBUS—U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement after President Barack Obama’s address to …More

• August 26, 2009: U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy’s Statement on the Passing of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy
   COLUMBUS—U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement on the passing of Senator Edward …More

• July 30, 2009: Kilroy: Relief from Health Care Debt on the Way to Consumers
   U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy submits the Medical Debt Relief Act of 2009 to wipe …More

• July 27, 2009: COP, SIGTARP Approve, as Kilroy’s PROFIT Act Gains Momentum, Co-sponsors
   In other news, Warren Buffett says Berkshire Hathaway will hold its stock warrants in Goldman …More

• July 22, 2009: Kilroy Combats Wasteful Spending
   Statutory PAYGO Bill Passes the House of Representatives WASHINGTON –Continuing her commitment against wasteful government spending, …More

• July 16, 2009: PROFIT Act to Make Taxpayers, Transparency Priority in Bank Bailout Payback
   Mary Jo Kilroy, a member of the House Committee on Financial Services, and 6 other …More

• July 10, 2009: Kilroy to Comp Czar: Reject AIG ‘Performance’ Bonuses
  American General has asked President Obama’s compensation official at Treasury to approve $2.4 million in …More

• June 29, 2009: Kilroy Commends WOSU for Outstanding Service
   WOSU Public Media will receive a $2,000 grant to promote its award-winning work. WASHINGTON, D.C.- U.S. …More

• June 26, 2009: Kilroy Statement upon Passage of Bi-Partisan Energy Bill to Create 67,000 in Ohio
   WASHINGTON—U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement upon passage of the American Clean …More

• June 25, 2009: Kilroy Launches Interactive Website for Health Care Conversation with OH15
   In an OH15 first, Kilroy gave Twitter followers and Facebook friends a sneak preview of …More

• June 24, 2009: Vets, Families ‘Front and Center’ for Kilroy, Congress
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy joined a bipartisan majority in the House …More

• June 23, 2009: Kilroy Fights to Restore Spending Limitations
   WASHINGTON- U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy continued her fight against wasteful spending this week by …More

• June 18, 2009: Unemployment Insurance Roll Drop Largest in 7 Years
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement regarding the drop …More

• June 18, 2009: 'Home Improvements': Kilroy Launches New Online Home To Better Serve Constituents
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Want to purchase a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol? Interested in …More

• June 15, 2009: Loan Assistance on the Way for Central Ohio's Small Businesses
  Program will help local small businesses pay down debts and make credit more accessibleWASHINGTON - …More

• June 11, 2009: Kilroy Taps Inspector General for Inquiry into Waste, Abuse in Housing Program
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy called for an investigation by the inspector general …More

• June 10, 2009: Kilroy Statement on U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Shooting
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement on the shooting at …More

• June 1, 2009: Kilroy Statement on General Motors Restructuring
  COLUMBUS - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement regarding the restructuring of …More

• May 20, 2009: Kilroy Votes for Bipartisan Action to Create Jobs, Aid Small Business
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy voted in favor of bipartisan action to give …More

• May 20, 2009: Kilroy Stands Up for Consumers as House Sends Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights to President
  WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy helped pass sweeping legislation today to give credit …More

• May 15, 2009: Kilroy calls for one month moratorium on forced closures
  WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy called yesterday for a one month moratorium …More

• May 13, 2009: Kilroy Supports Measure to Cut Billions in Waste, Ensure Strong National Defense
  WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy voted in favor of a bill that …More

• May 7, 2009: Mortgage Reform Bill Ending Predatory Practices Passes House with Kilroy 'Fraud Protection' Amendment
  WASHINGTON - The U.S. House of Representatives passed mortgage reform to protect consumers and increase …More

• April 30, 2009: Kilroy Stands Up for Consumers as Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Passes House
  COLUMBUS - U.S. Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy helped pass sweeping legislation today to give credit …More

• April 29, 2009: Kilroy Extends Deadline for 2009 Congressional Art Competition for High School Students
  WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy has extended the deadline for the 2009 …More

• April 27, 2009: Kilroy to Visit Columbus VA Clinic; Address Concerns in Vets' Experience Survey
  COLUMBUS - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy has scheduled a tour of the Chalmers P. Wylie …More

• April 23, 2009: AIG Reverses Position on Making Home Affordable Program after Kilroy Inquiry
  Kilroy to work to improve economic outlook for Central Ohio familiesWashington, D.C. -- Representative Mary …More

• April 17, 2009: Kilroy Meets First Responders, Announces Deadlines for some of the $5.22 billion invested in public safety in Recovery Act
  Newest member of the Committee on Homeland Security hosts roundtable discussion with public safety personnel …More

• April 3, 2009: U.S. Representative Mary Jo Kilroy Statement on March Unemployment Numbers
  WASHINGTON - Representative Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement on the rising unemployment numbers …More

• March 27, 2009: Kilroy Announces Grants to Strengthen Health Care Access in Central Ohio
  COLUMBUS - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy announced the release of resources authorized by the American …More

• March 26, 2009: Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy Announces Further Recovery Funding for Central Ohio
  Central Ohio will receive $10.6 million to make government facilities more energy efficient, while Gov. …More

• March 24, 2009: Kilroy Bill Aims to Protect Breast Cancer Patients
  Washington, DC - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy, the co-chair of the Congressional Cancer Caucus, joined …More

• March 17, 2009: Kilroy, Colleagues Blasts TARP Recipient JP Morgan Chase over Outsourcing Plan
  Washington, D.C. -- Representative Mary Jo Kilroy authored a letter today signed onto by 42 …More

• March 16, 2009: Kilroy Statement on AIG Bonuses
  WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement on AIG’s executive bonus payments:  …More

• March 12, 2009: Kilroy, Obama Announce Funds to Help Weatherize Homes, Creates Jobs
  Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy helps IMPACT Community Action staff weatherize a home in Columbus …More

• March 9, 2009: Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy's Statement on President Obama's Signing of the Stem Cell Executive Order
  Washington, D.C. -- Representative Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement after President Obama’s action …More

• March 6, 2009: Kilroy Statement on Recovery, Presidential Visit, Unemployment Numbers
  Columbus, OH - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement on joining President Obama …More

• March 2, 2009: Kilroy, President Obama Release Grants to Strengthen Health Care Access in Central Ohio
  COLUMBUS - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy and President Barack Obama announced the release of resources …More

• February 26, 2009: Kilroy Appoints Recovery and Reinvestment Point Person for Ohio's 15th District
  To ensure efficiency for constituents and accountability for all taxpayers, the Congresswoman has named Andi …More

• February 25, 2009: Kilroy Votes to Block Congressional Pay Raise
  COLUMBUS - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement today on her vote to …More

• February 25, 2009: Kilroy Statement on National Peace Corps Week
  WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement honoring National Peace Corps …More

• February 24, 2009: Kilroy on the Address to the Joint Session
  Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement on President Barack Obama’s …More

• February 23, 2009: Kilroy to Welcome Ohio State University Auto Researcher to Joint Session
  Washington, D.C. - Dr. Giorgio Rizzoni, the director of The Ohio State University’s Center for …More

• February 19, 2009: Kilroy Joins High Tech Companies to Showcase Recovery, Reinvestment Plan Jobs Impact
  COLUMBUS - Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy joined area businesses at The Ohio State University's Center …More

• February 13, 2009: Kilroy Votes to Pass Historic Recovery, Reinvestment Package
  The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will institute the largest tax cut in American …More

• February 11, 2009: Kilroy Gets Congress to Reject Pay Raise
  Kilroy joins bipartisan effort to stop the automatic boost in payWashington, D.C. - Congresswoman Mary …More

• February 5, 2009: Kilroy Calls for Treasury to Hold Bailed Out Execs Accountable on Compensation Deals
  Congresswoman joins colleagues to press Secretary Geithner to use “behavior with regards to compensation” and …More

• February 4, 2009: Kilroy Joins President Obama for Signing of Landmark Children's Health Program Expansion
  Congresswoman was an original co-sponsor of the bill that will give 11 million children across …More

• February 3, 2009: Kilroy Hails Passage of Campus Safety Act
   Bipartisan measure will help ensure the safety of colleges and universities and establish the National …More

• January 30, 2009: Kilroy Fills Key Staff Positions
  Kilroy completes staff hires in Columbus and Washington, D.C. Offices Columbus/Washington, D.C. - After announcing her …More

• January 27, 2009: Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy's Statement on Passage of 'The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act'
  Washington, D.C. -- Representative Mary Jo Kilroy released the following statement after passage of the …More

• January 22, 2009: Kilroy Named to Influential Committee on Financial Services, Selects Subcommittee Assignments
   Kilroy to work to improve economic outlook for Central Ohio familiesWashington, D.C. -- Representative Mary …More

• January 14, 2009: REP. KILROY CO-SPONSORS BIPARTISAN BILL TO PROVIDE HEALTH CARE FOR 11 MILLION CHILDREN
  Legislation Likely to be One of the First BillsSigned into Law by President Obama Columbus, Ohio …More