Press Releases

Congressman Michael R. Turner (R-OH) and Rep. Jane Harman (D-CA) re-introduced legislation that calls on the Department of Defense (DOD) to develop a comprehensive system to prevent sexual assault in the military.

"Generations of hardworking Ohio families have been fortunate to have Sen. George Voinovich advocating for their interests and I congratulate Sen. Voinovich on his upcoming retirement," Congressman Turner said. "From George's time as Mayor of Cleveland, he has worked to find effective and pragmatic solutions to the challenges facing our communities and our nation.

Congressman Mike Turner (OH-03) today stated that the $3.8 million in National Emergency Grant funding is the first step in the recovery process. The grant was awarded to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services by the U.S. Department of Labor to assist workers and families affected by the layoffs at the Wilmington Airpark in Clinton County.

Dayton, Ohio- Congressman Mike Turner (OH-03) calls on DHL to work with the Wilmington community after their decision to abandon the North American hub at the Wilmington Airpark.

Turner Remains Opposed to $700 Billion Blank Check Bailout

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael R. Turner today voted in opposition to the $700 billion blank check bailout of American banking and financial institutions. Rep. Turner supports bringing legislation forward to address our current financial crisis but believes that this rashly considered bailout fails to address the real issues plaguing our markets and may do more harm than good to taxpayers.

Turner Opposes $700 Billion Blank Check Bailout

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael R. Turner today opposed the unprecedented $700 billion bailout of American banking and financial institutions. Congressman Turner opposes this bailout because:

· the bill fails to hold accountable those whose actions imperiled our financial system and endangered American homeowners

· it does not prohibit the bad lending actions that led to this crisis,

Turner Provisions in FY09 Defense Authorization Bill Seek to Improve Military Sexual Assault Protection Procedures

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael R. Turner successfully advocated for provisions included in the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that will seek to improve sexual assault protection procedures in the military. Congressman Turner has worked with the Lauterbach family to address this issue following the tragic rape and murder of Marine Lance Corporal Maria Lauterbach.

Turner Lauds Senator Voinovich for Offering Amendment that Protects Custody Rights of Military Parents

Turner Authored Companion Legislation and Was Original House Sponsor